Work Function

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Work Function

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The energy required for an electron to escape a solid surface. See Helmholtz function. </dd>
In ion engines, the work function of the ionizer must be greater than the ionization potential of the neutral atoms in the propellant gas. [[/a>|/a> ]]

References

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