Explain How Proteins Are Separated Using Isoelectric Focusing

question 53

Essay

Explain how proteins are separated using isoelectric focusing.

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Definitions:

Mitochondria

are organelles within cells that produce energy through cellular respiration, often referred to as the powerhouses of the cell.

Fructose

A simple sugar found in many plants and fruits, often used as a sweetener in food and beverages due to its high sweetness relative to glucose.

Epididymis

Location of sperm maturation in an adult human male; located in the testis.

Vas Deferens

Also called the ductus deferens; storage location for mature sperm before they pass into the ejaculatory duct.