Amphiphilic

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000518",
  "term": "Amphiphilic",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Describing a molecule or compound that possesses both hydrophilic (water-loving) and lipophilic (fat-loving) properties. This dual nature arises from having distinct polar and nonpolar regions within the same molecule. Surfactants, such as soaps and detergents, are common examples of amphiphilic compounds, forming micelles or bilayers in aqueous solutions.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "amphipathic",
    "anion",
    "cation",
    "hydrophilic"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1994, 66, 1077. 'Glossary of terms used in physical organic chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1994)' on page 1083 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199466051077)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/amphiphilic/"
}