centrifuge
cent
ˈsɛnt
sent
ri
fuge
ˌfjuʤ
fyooj
/sˈɛntɹɪfjˌuːd‍ʒ/

Definition & Meaning of "centrifuge"in English

to centrifuge
01

to rotate a substance at high speed in order to separate its components based on density, typically isolating solids from liquids

Grammatical Information
action verb
regular
present tense
centrifuge
3rd person singular
centrifuges
past simple
centrifuged
past participle
centrifuged
Examples
The lab technician centrifuged the blood sample to extract plasma.
Centrifuge
01

a device that spins samples to separate components based on density

Grammatical Information
animacy status
inanimate
plural form
centrifuges

What is a "centrifuge"?

A centrifuge is a device used in laboratories to separate substances of different weights from a liquid mixture. It does this by spinning the mixture very quickly, causing heavier materials to move outward and leaving lighter materials closer to the center. This process allows scientists and researchers to separate and study substances like cells, proteins, or DNA in biological samples. Centrifuges are essential tools in various scientific fields for performing tests, experiments, and analyses efficiently.

Examples
Medical tests often require the use of a centrifuge.
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