Charge neutralization

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012968",
  "term": "Charge neutralization",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The process of compensating for the accumulation of electrostatic charge on the surface of an insulating or semiconducting sample during surface analysis techniques, such as X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. This charge buildup can distort spectral peaks and hinder accurate analysis. It is typically achieved by introducing low-energy electrons or ions to the sample surface.",
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2020, 92, 1781. 'Glossary of methods and terms used in surface chemical analysis (IUPAC Recommendations 2020)' on page 1800 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2019-0404)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/charge-neutralization/"
}