Svedberg Equation (Sedimentation Rate)

Introduction to Sedimentation Rate

The Svedberg equation is used to calculate the sedimentation rate of a particle in a centrifuge. In the formula, S represents the sedimentation rate, s is the sedimentation coefficient, and w is the angular velocity. The result is expressed in Svedberg units (S).

Parameter usage:

• s = sedimentation coefficient
• w = angular velocity

Example valid values:

• s = 80, w = 2

Output:

• S = sedimentation rate in Svedberg units (S)

Data validation

The sedimentation coefficient (s) should be a positive number, and the angular velocity (w) should be a positive number representing rotations per minute.

Summary

This calculator helps to compute the sedimentation rate of a particle in a centrifuge, based on the sedimentation coefficient and angular velocity.