noun
- plural of ionization; the processes by which atoms or molecules acquire a positive or negative charge by gaining or losing electrons
Usage: scientific; chemistry and physics
Examples
- The scientist studied multiple ionizations occurring in the gas chamber.
- Different ionizations produce various charged particles in the plasma.
- The detector measured several ionizations per second.
- Radiation causes ionizations in the surrounding air molecules.
- The experiment tracked ionizations at different energy levels.
- Multiple ionizations can occur when high-energy particles collide with atoms.