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An ion/neutral species interaction wherein the direction of motion is changed and the total translational and/or internal energy of the collision partners are also changed.  
A collision resulting in [[Inelastic Scattering|inelastic scattering]].
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Revision as of 01:33, 1 March 2005

DRAFT DEFINITION
Inelastic collision

A collision resulting in inelastic scattering.

Considered between 2004 and 2006 but not included in the 2006 PAC submission
This is an unofficial draft definition presented for information and comment.

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A collision resulting in inelastic scattering.