Lab filtration
Lab filtration is a fundamental laboratory technique used to separate solid particles from liquids or gases. It plays a critical role in ensuring sample purity, improving analytical accuracy, and supporting reliable experimental outcomes in research, pharmaceutical, chemical, and medical laboratories. By removing unwanted contaminants, lab filtration helps maintain consistency, safety, and quality across various laboratory processes. What Is Lab Filtration? Lab filtration involves passing a fluid (liquid or gas) through a porous medium—called a filter—to retain solid particles while allowing the clean fluid to pass through. The choice of filter material and pore size depends on the nature of the sample and the intended application. High-quality filtration products are commonly supplied by companies such as Merck and Cytiva (producer of Whatman filters). Types of Lab Filtration Methods 1. Gravity Filtration Uses gravity to pull liquid through filter paper. ...