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How is paper chromatography different from electrophoresis in separating molecules?

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In paper chromatography molecues are separated by capillary action, which is the attraction forces between the molecules and the paper. In elecrophoresis molecules are separated by charge. The samples are placed at one end of a gel, and a negative charge is applied to the other end of the gel. The molecules are then attracted to and migrate toward the negative charge being applied.

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