The process of separating proteins based on their net charge is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The process of separating proteins based on their net charge is:
A. Affinity chromatography
B. SDS-PAGE
C. Ion exchange chromatography
D. Gel filtration chromatography
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Ion exchange chromatography separates proteins based on their net surface charge; positively charged proteins bind to cation exchangers, negatively to anion exchangers. Gel filtration separates by size, affinity by specific binding, SDS-PAGE by molecular weight.

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