Definition

A technique used to separate and analyze substances, particularly proteins, by moving them through a medium under the influence of an electric field.

Example

Electrophoresis is commonly used in laboratories to analyze DNA samples.

Conversation

Have you heard about electrophoresis?

Yeah, I think it's a technique used in labs, right?

Exactly! It's fascinating how it separates proteins based on their movement.

I’d love to learn more about how they use it to analyze molecular structures.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Electrophoresis is formed from "electro-" (from Greek "ēlektron", meaning amber or electricity) and "phoresis" (from Greek "phorēsis", meaning carrying or transmission). The term describes the process of carrying charged particles through a medium under the influence of an electric field.

Memory Tip

Think of 'electricity' ('electro-') carrying particles ('phoresis') through a medium, which is what electrophoresis does.

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