Ionization

Synonyms of ionization

• charging
• ionisation
• electrification

Antonyms of ionization

• discharge
• deionization
• neutralization

Collocations of ionization

ionization energy

Frequency: 80 %

The ionization energy of the element was measured in electron volts.

ionization potential

Frequency: 70 %

The ionization potential of the compound was found to be high.

ionization process

Frequency: 60 %

During the ionization process, electrons are removed from atoms.

ionization chamber

Frequency: 50 %

The ionization chamber detected the presence of radiation in the room.

ionization level

Frequency: 40 %

The ionization level of the gas was monitored closely.

Idiomatic Expressions for ionization

• Phrase: Ionization potential
  Meaning: The minimum amount of energy required to remove an electron from a neutral atom in its ground state.
  Usage: Chemists use ionization potential to predict chemical reactivity of elements.