Multiphoton ionization

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DRAFT DEFINITION
Multiphoton ionization

Photoionization of an atom or molecule in which in two or more photons are absorbed.

Considered between 2004 and 2006 but not included in the 2006 PAC submission
This is an unofficial draft definition presented for information and comment.

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Orange Book entry

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ORANGE BOOK DEFINITION

IUPAC. Analytical Division. Compendium of Analytical Nomenclature (the Orange Book). Definitive Rules, 1979 (see also Orange Book 2023)

Multiphoton ionization

It occurs when an atom or a molecule and their concomitant ions have energy states whereby the energy in two or more photons is absorbed.

IUPAC 1997 Orange Book Chapter 12
Index of Orange Book Terms