Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
elution
noun
ɪˈluːʃən
Definition
The process of extracting one material from another by washing with a solvent.
Examples
- In chromatography, elution is crucial for separating and analyzing compounds.
- The elution of the sample was carried out using a gradient of solvent.
Meaning
Elution refers to the process by which solutes are removed from a solid by the action of a liquid phase, often used in chemical and biochemical contexts.
Synonyms
- Extraction
- Leaching
- Washing
