Relating to the motion of charged particles or fluids caused by electrical forces, or the conversion of electrical energy into motion.
From 'electro-' combined with 'kinetic' (Greek 'kinetikos' meaning of motion). The term developed in physics and chemistry in the 19th century.
Electrokinetic pumps have no moving parts—electricity makes charged particles push fluid through tiny channels, which is why they're perfect for sending medicine through microscopic implants or lab-on-a-chip devices.
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