Vocabulary Term Details

Ionisation

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ionization)

Ionisation is the process of converting an atom or molecule into an ion by adding or removing charged particles such as electrons or ions. In the case of ionization of a gas, ion pairs are created consisting of a free electron and a positive ion. (Wikipedia)

Preferred Units: N/A

Scope Note:
N/A

Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Physical phenomena
N/AIonizing radiation
Irradiation

This term is used for the following terms: 
Ionization

Approved Date
18-Jul-2013

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