Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
electrophoresis
noun
/ˌɛlɪkˌtroʊfəˈriːsɪs/
Definition
Electrophoresis is a laboratory technique used to separate charged particles, such as proteins or nucleic acids, in a gel or liquid medium through the application of an electric field.
Examples
- Electrophoresis is commonly used in genetic research to analyze DNA samples.
- Scientists employed electrophoresis to separate and identify different proteins in the mixture.
Meaning
The term refers to the movement of particles in response to an electric charge, which allows for the analysis and purification of biological samples.
Synonyms
- Electrophoretic separation
- Charged particle migration
