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electrophoresis

/ɪˌlɛktroʊˈfɔrɪsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does electrophoresis mean?

noun

A laboratory technique used to separate macromolecules, such as DNA or proteins, based on their size and charge, by applying an electric field.

Example

"The scientist used electrophoresis to analyze the DNA samples and identify the genetic mutations."

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