Glc

GLC is an acronym that can refer to several different concepts or entities. Its meaning is highly context-dependent and appears in government, science, and organizational naming.

Greater London Council: GLC formerly served as the regional governing body for Greater London in the United Kingdom from 1965 to 1986. It oversaw housing, transport, planning, and social services before being abolished by the government of the day. After its dissolution, powers were redistributed to the London Boroughs and, later, to the Greater London Authority.

Gas-liquid chromatography: In scientific literature, GLC denotes gas-liquid chromatography, a method for separating volatile compounds by passing a carrier gas through a column containing a liquid stationary phase. It is a predecessor to or variant of modern gas chromatography (GC). In practice, GLC involves sample introduction, separation, and detection, typically by detectors such as flame ionization or thermal conductivity.

Other uses: In addition, GLC is used as an acronym by various organizations and programs, including educational, corporate, and research entities. Because the exact meaning varies, the intended expansion is usually clear from the context in which it appears.