Surface ionization
From Mass Spec Terms
| DRAFT DEFINITION |
| Surface ionization |
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The ionization of a neutral species when it interacts with a solid surface with an appropriate work function and temperature. |
| 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 takes place when an atom or molecule is ionized when it interacts with a solid surface. Ionization only occurs when the work function of the surface, the temperature of the surface and the ionization energy of the atom or molecule have an appropriate relationship.
Gold Book Entry
Takes place when an atom or molecule is ionized when it interacts with a solid surface. Ionization occurs only when the work function of the surface, the temperature of the surface, and the ionization energy of the atom or molecule have an appropriate relationship.
