Multiple choice

The substances that mix well and dissolve in water are known as _______ and those that do not mix well with water are known as _______.

  1. acidic, basic

  2. molecules, compounds

  3. nonpolar, polar

  4. hydrophilic, hydrophobic

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Hydrophilic substances are water-loving and dissolve well in water, while hydrophobic substances are water-fearing and do not mix or dissolve well in water. These terms describe the affinity of a substance for water molecules.