IONIZATION

ionization, ionisation

(noun) the process of ionizing; the formation of ions by separating atoms or molecules or radicals or by adding or subtracting electrons from atoms by strong electric fields in a gas

ionization, ionisation

(noun) the condition of being dissociated into ions (as by heat or radiation or chemical reaction or electrical discharge); “the ionization of a gas”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

ionization (plural ionizations)

(chemistry, physics) Any process that leads to the dissociation of a neutral atom or molecule into charged particles ions; the state of being ionized.

Source: Wiktionary



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8 June 2025

EXECUTION

(noun) (law) the completion of a legal instrument (such as a contract or deed) by signing it (and perhaps sealing and delivering it) so that it becomes legally binding and enforceable


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