Centrifuge

/ˈsɛntrɪˌfjuːdʒ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A machine that uses centrifugal force to separate particles from a solution or to separate different liquids.

The laboratory used a centrifuge to separate the blood components for testing.

An apparatus that spins samples at high speed to achieve the desired separation of fluids or solids.

Researchers often rely on a centrifuge to isolate cellular material from culture media.

An equipment used in various industrial processes to filter or concentrate substances.

The factory implemented a centrifuge in its production line to improve efficiency.

verb

To subject a substance to the action of a centrifuge.

The technician will centrifuge the samples to enhance the separation of the chemicals.

To separate components of a mixture using centrifugal force.

When you centrifuge the liquid, the heavier particles will settle at the bottom.

From Latin 'centrum' meaning 'center' and 'fugere' meaning 'to flee'.

centrifuge process

The method by which substances are separated using a centrifuge.

high-speed centrifuge

A centrifuge that operates at very high speeds for greater separation efficiency.

centrifugation

The process of separating substances in a centrifuge.

centrifugal

Relating to or denoting the force that moves objects away from the center of rotation.