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ionization

/aɪənɪˌzeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does ionization mean?

noun

The process of converting a substance into ions, or the state of being ionized. The act of ionizing a substance, especially by bombarding it with high-energy particles.

Example

"The ionization of the gas in the tube caused the electrons to flow through the circuit."

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