Double ionization

Double ionization is a process of formation of doubly charged ions when laser radiation or charged particles like electrons, positrons or heavy ions are exerted on neutral atoms or molecules. Double ionization is usually less probable than single-electron ionization. Two types of double ionization are distinguished: sequential and non-sequential.

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