high-performance liquid chromatography

High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) is a laboratory technique used to separate, identify, and quantify components in a mixture. It works by passing a liquid sample through a column filled with a solid material. Different substances in the sample travel at different speeds, allowing them to be separated as they exit the column. HPLC is widely used in various fields, including pharmaceuticals, environmental testing, and food safety, for its accuracy and efficiency in analyzing complex mixtures. This method helps ensure product quality and safety by providing detailed information about the composition of substances.