Chromatography separates components of a mixture through interactions between a stationary and mobile phase. Common chromatography techniques include ion exchange, hydrophobic interaction, gel filtration, reverse phase, and affinity chromatography. These techniques separate biomolecules like proteins based on properties like charge, hydrophobicity, size, and specific binding interactions. The document provides details on chromatography components, protocols, equipment, and applications of specific techniques like ion exchange and gel filtration chromatography.