Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

eluate

Noun

/ˈel.ju.eɪt/

Definition

A liquid that is obtained by the process of elution.

Examples

The eluate obtained from the chromatography process contained the desired compound.
After the elution process, the eluate was carefully analyzed for impurities.
Scientists examined the eluate to determine the concentration of the active ingredients.

Meaning

Eluate refers to the solution that has been collected after substances have been washed out or separated from a solid, often in a laboratory or purification context.