photoionizing
/ˌfoʊtoʊˈaɪənaɪzɪŋ/
adjective
- Relating to or causing the process of removing an electron from an atom or molecule using light.
- Scientists studied the photoionizing effects of ultraviolet light on the atmosphere.
- The telescope detected a photoionizing nebula where new stars are born.
- The photoionizing radiation from the star stripped electrons from the surrounding gas.