What Does EOF Stand For?
EOF stands for Electroosmotic Flow
EOF, or Electroosmotic Flow, refers to the movement of liquid induced by an electric field applied across a porous material or within a capillary. This phenomenon occurs due to the interaction between the electric field and the charged surface of the material, facilitating the transport of fluids in microfluidic devices and various analytical applications. EOF is a critical mechanism in electrokinetic processes, influencing the behavior of solutes and enhancing the efficiency of separation techniques in fields such as chromatography and electrophoresis.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 17th June 2025 | Edit Acronym