Theoretical plate count (N)
A measure of column efficiency, N = 16(tR/W)² for a column peak, where tR is retention time and W is peak width at the base. A higher plate count means narrower peaks and better separation.
A measure of column efficiency, N = 16(tR/W)² for a column peak, where tR is retention time and W is peak width at the base. A higher plate count means narrower peaks and better separation.
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