Photoionization
From Mass Spec Terms
| DRAFT DEFINITION |
| Photoionization |
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The ionization of an atom or molecule by a photon, written M + hν → M+????????????????????? + e. The term photon impact 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
This term is generally used to describe ionization of any species by photons. The process may for example be written M + hν → M+????????????????????? + e. The terms 'photon impact' and 'electron impact' are not recommended.
