Ionization

Pronunciation: /ˌaɪənəˈzeɪʃən/

Ionization (noun)

  1. The process of changing neutral atoms or molecules into charged particles called ions.
  2. In gases, the process where collisions or energy cause atoms to lose or gain electrons, making the gas conduct electricity.

Examples

  • Ionization creates electric charges in the air.
  • The experiment studies ionization in a sealed chamber.