Ionization Gage

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Ionization Gage

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A vacuum gage with a means of ionizing the gas molecules and a means of correlating the number and type of ions produced with the pressure of the gas. Various types of ionization gage are distinguished according to the method of producing the ionization. Some common types are: hot-cathode ionization gage, cold-cathode ionization gage, radioactive ionization gage. [[/a>|/a> ]]

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This article is based on NASA's Dictionary of Technical Terms for Aerospace Use