Biology Techniques

noun a type of work that is done at a bench or worktable, typically involving manual tasks or craftsmanship

• The scientist spent hours conducting bench work in the laboratory.
• I heard she's really good at bench work, always getting accurate results.
• I can't stand doing bench work, it's so boring.
• In order to succeed in this field, you need to put in the bench work and practice consistently.

noun a band of wavelengths in the electromagnetic spectrum that are absorbed by a particular substance

• The absorption band of the compound was clearly visible on the spectroscopic analysis.
• You can see the absorption band on the graph, it's where the line dips down.
• Check out the absorption band on this, it's pretty cool.
• Her emotions created an absorption band in the atmosphere, affecting everyone around her.