Associative ionization
From Mass Spec Terms
| DRAFT DEFINITION |
| Associative ionization |
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An ionization process in which two excited atoms or molecules react to form a single positive ion and an electron. |
| Considered between 2004 and 2006 but not included in the 2006 PAC submission |
| This is an unofficial draft definition presented for information and comment. |
Orange Book Entry
This occurs when two excited gaseous atoms or molecular moieties interact and the sum of their energies is sufficient to produce a single additive ionic product.
