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Is Hydrophobie and lipophillic the same

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Hydrophobic molecules in water often cluster together, forming micelles. Hydrophobic is often used interchangeably with lipophilic, "fat-loving". However, the two terms are not synonymous. While hydrophobic substances are usually lipophilic, there are exceptions, such as the silicones and fluorocarbons.

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