Anonymous Answered question May 8, 2018
Hydrophobic because cholesterol is a type of fat which is insoluble in water.
Emily changed status September 8, 2017
Cholesterol is an amphipathic molecule like phospholipids, it contains a hydrophilic and a hydrophobic portion. Its hydroxyl (OH) group aligns with the phosphate heads of the phospholipids. The remaining portion of it tucks into the fatty acid portion of the membrane.
Emily approved September 8, 2017
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