Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ionogen

Noun

/aɪˈɒnədʒən/

Definition

A substance that ionizes or produces ions in a solution.

Examples

Salt is an ionogen when dissolved in water, breaking down into sodium and chloride ions.
In the laboratory, various ionogens are used to create ionic solutions for experiments.

Meaning

Ionogen refers to any compound that, when dissolved in a solvent, is capable of yielding ions, contributing to the electrical conductivity of the solution.