What Does Equilibration Distance Mean in HETP?

Points of equilibration distance in HETP are:

• HETP represents the average axial distance over which solute equilibration between the mobile and stationary phases occurs within the column. 
• This distance corresponds to the column length required for one effective equilibrium step that defines a theoretical separation stage. 
• Efficient equilibration over shorter distances therefore produces lower HETP values.

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