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ionisation

DEFINITIONS OF: ionisation

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n the process of ionizing; the formation of ions by separating atoms or molecules or radicals or by adding or subtracting electrons from atoms by strong electric fields in a gas

Synonyms:
ionization
Type of:
action, activity, natural action, natural process
a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings)

n the condition of being dissociated into ions (as by heat or radiation or chemical reaction or electrical discharge)

Synonyms:
ionization
Type of:
condition, status
a state at a particular time
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