Agaroses

/ˈæɡərəʊsɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of agarose; multiple samples or types of agarose gel used in scientific research.

Etymology

Plural form of 'agarose,' preserving the root from Malay 'agar-agar' with the added plural suffix.

Kelly Says

When geneticists write about their methods, they often compare different agaroses—various gel concentrations and types—because subtle differences in the gel change how DNA separates, making it a crucial detail.

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