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'''Hydrophobic''' describes [[molecule]]s which lack any affinity or attraction to [[water]].
Hydrophobic molecules tend to be electronically neutral and [[nonpolar]]. If immersed in water, hydrophobic molecules will coalesce together to decrease the total [[surface area]] in contact with the water.
Prominent examples of hydrophobic molecules include oils and fats, as well as any nonpolar [[organic]] molecules. Any greasy substance usually will also be hydrophobic.
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