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Hello!
can you tell me please what are the ionization methods available?
I cannot find a list of them
thanks!
can you tell me please what are the ionization methods available?
I cannot find a list of them
thanks!
How many did you find so far? What are these? Then maybe someone can add to the list, if is not complete.fysik said:Hello!
can you tell me please what are the ionization methods available?
I cannot find a list of them
thanks!
Very strong electric fields can ionize an atom, yes.fysik said:my question is, how does this relate to the energy of the electrical field or magnetic field, that can make this atom/molecule an ion?
Ionization is a process in which atoms or molecules gain or lose electrons, resulting in the formation of ions. This can occur through various methods such as exposure to high energy radiation, chemical reactions, or electric fields.
There are several ionization methods used in chemistry, including electron ionization, chemical ionization, electrospray ionization, matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization, and atmospheric pressure chemical ionization. Each method has its own advantages and applications.
In electron ionization, high-energy electrons are directed at a sample, causing the atoms or molecules to lose an electron and form a positive ion. This method is commonly used in mass spectrometry to identify compounds based on their mass-to-charge ratio.
Chemical ionization involves introducing a reagent gas to a sample, which reacts with the sample to form ions. This method is often used for the detection of small molecules and is less destructive than other ionization methods.
Electrospray ionization involves creating a fine mist of charged droplets from a sample solution, which are then directed into the mass spectrometer. This method is commonly used for large, complex molecules such as proteins and peptides, and can provide information about their structure and composition.