5.5 - Centrifugation
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What is centrifugation used for?
💡 Hint: Think about where you might find different parts of a liquid mixture.
What kind of force is utilized in centrifugation?
💡 Hint: This force acts outward from the center of a rotating mass.
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What is the primary force used in centrifugation?
💡 Hint: Think of a spinning ride at an amusement park!
Centrifugation separates components based on what property?
💡 Hint: Remember how denser particles settle when spun.
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You have a mixture of sand, salt, and water. Describe how you would use centrifugation to separate the components. What would be the expected outcome?
💡 Hint: Think about the phases of separation involved.
Evaluate the impact of centrifugation in modern biology. Why is its efficiency significant in research and medical laboratories?
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of speed and accuracy in healthcare.
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