HPLC (high-performance liquid chromatography)

High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) is a technique used in laboratories to separate, identify, and quantify components in a mixture. It involves passing a liquid sample through a column packed with a special material under high pressure. Different substances in the mixture move through the column at different speeds depending on their properties, allowing for separation. As they exit the column, detectors identify and measure each component. HPLC is widely used in pharmaceuticals, environmental testing, and food safety for its accuracy and ability to analyze complex mixtures efficiently.