Hydrophilicity

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005485",
  "term": "Hydrophilicity",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The physicochemical property of a molecule or a molecular entity that describes its tendency to associate with water. This characteristic arises from the ability to form hydrogen bonds or engage in ion-dipole interactions with water molecules. Substances exhibiting high hydrophilicity are often soluble in water.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1997, 69, 1137. 'Glossary of terms used in computational drug design (IUPAC Recommendations 1997)' on page 1145 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199769051137)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/hydrophilicity/"
}