Appearance energy
From MS Terms
DRAFT DEFINITION |
Appearance energy |
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The minimum energy that must be imparted to an atom, molecule or molecular moiety in order to produce a specified ion X+. The term 'appearance potential' is not recommended. |
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
The minimum energy that must be imparted to an atom, molecule, radical or other molecular entities to produce a specified ion. The term 'appearance potential' is not recommended.