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ionisation

/ˌaɪənɪˈzeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does ionisation mean?

noun

The process of ionizing something, or the state of being ionized. The process of ionizing something involves removing or adding electrons to atoms or molecules, resulting in the formation of ions.

Example

"The high-energy radiation caused ionisation of the air molecules, leading to the formation of ions and free electrons."

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