Centripetal vs Centrifugal Force: The Science of Centrifuges Kumar Jeetendra | January 2, 2025 The centrifuge is one of the key devices of modern laboratories which help in the separation of mixtures, the purification of biological matter and the extraction of substances that are useful for research and diagnostics. And although the range of applications is extensive, the reverse is always true, there are exactly two central themes that …
How Centrifugal Force Powers the Modern Centrifuge Kumar Jeetendra | January 2, 2025 Across the globe, centrifuges have grown in importance as a separation technique. As such, the centrifuge could be regarded as a modern-day marvel for the manner in which it has changed the separation and analyses of mixtures within medical, clinical, and laboratory settings. Central to its operation is the interesting concept of centrifugal force. This …
Centripetal vs Centrifugal Forces: Which Drives a Centrifuge? Kumar Jeetendra | January 2, 2025 As far as the lab and industrial processes are concerned, centrifuges are essential in separating the components of a mixture in accordance with their densities. But, what exactly works the purpose of a centrifuge, centripetal force, centrifugal force or both? This can be deeper by looking into the mechanics of centrifugation. Understanding the Forces Centripetal …
