Hydrophobic

Mandarin:
疏水的 (shū shuǐ de)
Explanation in English Language (EN):
Hydrophobic means "water-fearing." Hydrophobic substances repel water and tend to not mix or dissolve in water. This is because they lack the ability to form strong interactions with water molecules. In polymer chemistry, hydrophobic polymers are used in applications where water resistance is important, such as waterproof coatings, non-stick surfaces, and membranes.
Explanation in Mandarin (ZH):
疏水的意思是“疏水”。疏水性物质排斥水,并且倾向于不与水混合或溶解在水中。这是因为它们缺乏与水分子形成强相互作用的能力。在高分子化学中,疏水性聚合物用于防水性很重要的应用中,例如防水涂料、不粘表面和膜。
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