The sweeping phenomenon in electrokinetic chromatography under a considerab
ly homogeneous electric held is theoretically examined and experimentally v
erified, The roles of analyte charge, retention factor, and electroosmotic
flow are given consideration. Experimental studies are performed using mice
llar electrokinetic chromatography with sodium dodecyl sulfate as a micelle
-forming agent. Uses and limitations of the new phenomenon are also critica
lly conveyed.