ALL meanings of ionization
i·on·ize
I i - noun ionization physics: formation of ions 1
- noun ionization (chemistry, physics) any process that leads to the dissociation of a neutral atom or molecule into charged particles ions; the state of being ionized. 1
- verb with object ionization to separate or change into ions. 1
- verb with object ionization to produce ions in. 1
- verb without object ionization to become changed into the form of ions, as by dissolving. 1
- noun ionization the formation of ions as a result of a chemical reaction, high temperature, electrical discharge, particle collisions, or radiation 0
- noun ionization (as modifier) 0