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Ionise (Verb)

Convert into ions.

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Alpha particles have enough energy to ionise the atoms in the human body, which can lead to DNA damage.
Ionise the solution by passing a high-voltage electric current through it.
The radiation from the sun's corona can ionise the upper atmosphere, creating a spectacular display of colored lights.
Radioactive isotopes ionise the water molecules and create highly reactive ions.
The high-energy beam of electrons can ionise the gas particles, creating a plasma.

Become converted into ions.

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The strong electric field will ionise the surrounding air molecules to create a visible discharge.
During thunderstorms, lightning causes the air molecules to ionise and produce an audible clap of thunder.
Alpha particles have enough energy to ionise the atoms they collide with as they travel through a substance.
Using high-energy radiation will ionise the target compound's atoms, breaking the chemical bonds.
In the Earth's atmosphere, ultraviolet radiation from the sun can ionise nitrogen and oxygen molecules.