hydrophoby

Meanings

• noun

  A property of certain molecules or surfaces that causes them to repel water.

  - "The lotus leaf exhibits hydrophobic properties, allowing it to stay dry even when submerged in water."
  - "The hydrophobic coating on the outside of the raincoat keeps the wearer dry in the rain."

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Variants

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hydrophobia , hydrophobias

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Etymology

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Derived from the Greek words 'hydro-' (water) and 'phobos' (fear or aversion).

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Trivia

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1. Hydrophobia is a common fear that affects approximately 6.3% of the population.

2. The term 'hydrophobic' was first used in 1845 by Thomas Graham.

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Related Concepts

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1. hydrophilic: A property of certain molecules or surfaces that attract water.

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Culture

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Hydrophobia, a fear of water, is a common phobia and can be treated with various therapies. In science, hydrophobic interactions play a crucial role in various processes such as protein folding and membrane transport.

How to Memorize "hydrophoby"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a lotus leaf staying dry on the surface of a pond.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'hydrophobic' with the idea of water-repellent.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create an acronym: Hydro = Water, Phobic = Fear of, so Hydrophobic = Fear of Water.

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