Electrokinetic methods

Electrokinetic methods involve using an electric field to move particles, fluids, or contaminants through soil or water. By applying voltage across a medium, charged particles or molecules are driven toward electrodes, facilitating processes like soil remediation, water purification, or sample analysis. These techniques rely on principles like electroosmosis (movement of liquid), electrophoresis (movement of charged particles), and electrolysis. They are effective in controlling and transporting substances in subsurface environments or liquids, offering non-invasive, energy-efficient solutions for environmental cleanup and analytical applications.