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elution
This term is a specialized technical word used almost exclusively in chemistry and biochemistry, specifically regarding chromatography. It describes the precise action of removing an adsorbed substance from a solid medium using a liquid solvent. The term carries a connotation of precision and controlled separation, distinguishing it from general washing or rinsing.
Because it describes a specific chemical process, it is treated as an uncountable mass noun. It refers to the phenomenon or the procedure itself rather than a discrete object. Consequently, it does not have a plural form in standard scientific usage and cannot be counted with numbers.
Meanings
Examples
The elution of the protein from the column took several hours.
We need to optimize the elution gradient to improve the resolution of the peaks.
Is the elution complete or is there still analyte remaining on the resin?
The elution profile shows three distinct peaks corresponding to different compounds.
I wonder if a different buffer would speed up the elution process.
The elution of the target molecule was achieved using a high concentration of salt.
Check the flow rate to ensure consistent elution across all samples.
The elution volume was measured to determine the recovery rate of the sample.