ionize

UK
/ˈaɪənaɪz/
US
/ˈaɪənaɪz/
ionizeverb
ionized
Past Simple
ionized
Past Participle
ionizing
Gerund
UK
/ˈaɪənaɪz/
US
/ˈaɪənaɪz/
Translations
The machine is designed to ionize the air in the room.
Машина предназначена для ионизации воздуха в комнате.
Definitions
To convert an atom, molecule, or substance into an ion or ions, typically by removing one or more electrons.
The radiation can ionize the gas molecules in the chamber.
To become converted into ions.
When dissolved in water, the salt will ionize.
ionizepast participle
Definitions
Having been converted into ions.
The ionized gas emitted a faint blue glow.
ionizegerund / present participle
Definitions
Capable of producing ions by removing or adding electrons.
Ionizing radiation can damage living tissue.