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What are the differences between chromatography and electrophoresis?

Posted August 23, 2023


Answer

Basis of differentiation

Chromatography 

Electrophoresis 

Definition

Chromatography is a method in which samples are separated based on how they diffuse between a stationary phase and a mobile phase

Electrophoresis is a technique in which samples are separated by their differing rates of migration in an electric field

Uses

Chromatography can be used for liquid, solid, and gas compounds

Electrophoresis is used exclusively on liquid and solid compounds. 

Applications

Can be used for assessment of the blood

Electrophoresis can be used for the extraction of DNA fragments according to its size

Additional resources

Chromatography and electrophoresis

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