Definition

Relating to a process that uses an electric field to move charged particles through a medium, often used in laboratories for separating substances.

Example

The electrophoretic method is commonly used to analyze DNA samples.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new electrophoretic techniques they are using in labs now?

Yeah, I read an article about it; it sounds really advanced!

I find it fascinating how electrophoretic methods can separate molecules so effectively.

Absolutely! It’s amazing what science can do these days.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Electrophoretic → It is formed from "electro-" (from Greek "ēlektron", meaning amber or electricity) and "phoretic" (from Greek "phorētikos", meaning carrying or bearing). The word describes the process of carrying charged particles in a fluid under the influence of an electric field.

Memory Tip

Think of 'electricity' ('electro-') that 'carries' ('phoretic') particles through a medium — that's what electrophoretic means.

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