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plasma molecular interactions

Plasma molecular interactions involve the behavior of ions, electrons, and neutral molecules in a highly energized state called plasma. In this state, particles collide frequently, transfer energy, and react with each other, leading to phenomena like ionization, excitation, and chemical reactions. These interactions are fundamental to processes such as fluorescent lighting, plasma cutting, and astrophysical events, where the high energy causes particles to behave differently than in normal gases. Overall, plasma molecules continuously interact through collisions and energy exchanges, shaping the physical and chemical properties of the plasma environment.