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The formation of an ion when an atom or molecule in a disctete state with an energy greater than the ionization threshold loses an electron spontaneously without further interaction with an energy source. | The formation of an ion when an atom or molecule in a disctete state with an energy greater than the ionization threshold loses an electron spontaneously without further interaction with an energy source. Synonymous with [[pre-ionization]]. | ||
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Revision as of 11:33, 31 December 2005
DRAFT DEFINITION |
Autoionization |
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The formation of an ion when an atom or molecule in a disctete state with an energy greater than the ionization threshold loses an electron spontaneously without further interaction with an energy source. Synonymous with pre-ionization. |
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 an internally supra-excited atom or molecular moiety (in the preionization state) loses an electron spontaneously without further interaction with an energy source.
External Links
Effects of Configuration Interaction on Intensities and Phase Shifts (Article)