ionization

/ ˌaɪənaɪˈzeɪʃən /

noun

1. 1. the formation of ions as a result of a chemical reaction, high temperature, electrical discharge, particle collisions, or radiation

   2. ( as modifier )

      ionization temperature

      ionization current

Example Sentences

Earlier work using mass spectrometry indicated that single-electron ionization could help break C-H bonds, but that method could only infer structures in the gas phase and could not isolate solid products.

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Environmental Protection Agency also released a statement cautioning against claims made about the the effectiveness of air filters using ionization to protect people from COVID-19.

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While scientists expected to see this same ionization near the Uranus moons, they were surprised to see a “vacuum magnetosphere” with no water ions.

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It’s located about 1,000 light years from Earth and it’s visible thanks to the ionization of gases by the blue giant star Persei.

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Developers’ biggest challenge may be proving ionization cooling works.

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