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Centrifuge

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A centrifuge is commonly found in scientific settings for experiments or testing. SlideThe biology lab is equipped with a centrifuge for cell studies.
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Centrifugation uses centrifugal force, a spinning motion that pushes materials outward. SlideThe centrifuge rapidly spins, causing the denser particles to settle at the bottom.
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Material SeparationPlay
Centrifuging can purify mixtures like separating cream from milk or cells from blood. SlideTo extract plasma, the technician put the vial in the centrifuge.