Agarose Gel Electrophoresis

Definition

A technique used in biochemistry and molecular biology to separate proteins or fragments based on their size using an electric field applied through agarose gel.

Related terms

DNA Fragment: A piece of DNA that is made by breaking open a larger molecule.

Electric Field: A region around a charged particle or object within which a force would be exerted on other charged particles or objects.

Biochemistry: The branch of science that explores the chemical processes within and related to living organisms.