Water, pH and Macromolecules - Medical Science

Q1:

Which of the following character does not apply to water?

A The water molecule is asymmetric

B The water molecule readily forms hydrophobic interactions

C The covalent bonds in water are highly polarized

D All three atoms in the water molecule readily form hydrogen bonds

ANS:B - The water molecule readily forms hydrophobic interactions

Non-polar solute dissolve partially in Water thus, water form a cage around the solute this structure is called clathrate.