Charge-Exchange Reactions

Charge-exchange reactions are processes in which an atom or molecule swaps an electron with another atom or molecule. This often happens when two particles collide, allowing one to gain an electron and become negatively charged, while the other loses an electron and becomes positively charged. These reactions are important in various fields, including nuclear physics and astrophysics, as they can affect how substances interact and change under different conditions. Charge-exchange processes also play a role in areas like plasma physics and chemical reactions, influencing the properties and behaviors of materials.