fotoionisationsutjämning
Fotoionisationsutjämning, which translates to photoionization equalization, is a process in plasma physics. It describes the phenomenon where the rate of photoionization of a particular atomic species within a plasma is balanced by the rate of recombination of its ions. This balance is crucial for maintaining a steady-state ionization fraction under specific conditions.
In a plasma, atoms can be ionized by absorbing photons, a process known as photoionization. Conversely, free
This equilibrium is particularly relevant in astrophysical plasmas, such as those found in stellar atmospheres or