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    GlossaryHydrophilic

    substance's ability to interact well with water

    Hydrophilic refers to a substance's ability to interact well with water. These substances have a tendency to attract and hold water molecules due to their polar nature, which means they have regions with slight electrical charges that can form hydrogen bonds with water. This property is crucial in various biological processes, such as the behavior of proteins and the function of cell membranes.

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