lipophilic

• Beschreibt einen Stoff, der eine Affinität zu Fetten und Lipiden besitzt; wird häufig in der Chemie und Biochemie verwendet.

Describes a substance that has an affinity for fats and lipids, often used in chemistry and biochemistry.

1. Having an affinity for lipidsC2formalscientific

   Describes a substance that tends to combine with or dissolve in fats, oils, and other non-polar solvents.

   lipophil

   • Lipophilic vitamins, such as A, D, E, and K, are stored in the body's fatty tissues.
   • The lipophilic nature of the compound allows it to easily cross cell membranes.
   • Many lipophilic pollutants accumulate in the food chain.

   Synonymeoleophilic

   Antonymehydrophilic