What is the difference between ionization and dissociation?
The difference between ionization and dissociation is as follows, ,
Ionization | Dissociation |
Ionization is the process when a compound breaks down to its respective cation and anion. | Dissociation is the process of breakdown of a compound into smaller particles like ions, molecules or atoms. |
It is an irreversible process. | It is a reversible process. |
The process involves covalent bonds between atoms | The process involves ionic bonds between atoms. |