electrophoresis

noun /ɪ,lɛktroʊfə'risɪs/

Definition
the motion of charged particles in a colloid under the influence of an electric field; particles with a positive charge go to the cathode and negative to the anode
Example
The word 'electrophoresis' is often used in everyday conversation.
Etymology
No etymology available.

Quick Facts

Palindrome
No
Compound Word
No
Proper Noun
No
Rare
No
Archaic
No
Obsolete
No
Slang
No
Vowels
6
Consonants
9
Length
15

Word Statistics

Length
15
Syllables
6
Scrabble Score
Frequency
2.19

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