What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
ionisation
Example
The ionisation of the gas caused it to glow brightly. [ionisation: noun]
Example
The ionisation energy required to remove an electron from an atom varies depending on its atomic structure. [ionisation: noun]
ionization
Example
The ionization of the gas caused it to glow brightly. [ionization: noun]
Example
The ionization energy required to remove an electron from an atom varies depending on its atomic structure. [ionization: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Both ionisation and ionization are technical terms that are not commonly used in everyday language. However, ionization is more commonly used in American English, while ionisation is more commonly used in British English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between ionisation and ionization?
Ionisation may be considered more formal than ionization, but both words are technical terms that are typically used in scientific or academic contexts.
