Definition
noun, plural: hydrophiles
(chemistry) A molecule or compound that is hydrophilic or having an affinity for water.
Supplement
Polar and ionic molecules are hydrophiles since they are attracted to water molecules as well as to other polar solvents.
Word origin: from the Greek hydros, water + philia, friendship.
Related forms: hydrophilicity (noun), hydrophilic (adjective).
Compare: hydrophobe.
Find out more about New Zealand's unique biodiversity by exploring a range of different ecosystems and the key role of s..
This tutorial presents the benefits and the possible adverse eventualities of genetic engineering. Know more about this ..
Plants are responsible for incredible feats of molecular transformation. Plant processes, such as photosynthesis, photop..
Darwin's Finches are an example of natural selection in action. They are an excellent example of the way species' gene p..
DNA is a double helix structure comprised of nucleotides. A nucleotide, in turn, is made up of phosphate molecule, deoxy..
Bryophytes (nonvascular plants) are a plant group characterized by lacking vascular tissues. They include the mosses, th..