Instructions: Given a scientific question and its correct answer, generate supporting facts for the answer. This supporting fact can be an explanation for the answer to the given question.
Input: Question: What process can occur when atoms are exposed to high levels of radiation or when atoms transfer electrons to or from other atoms? Answer: ionization
Output:
The process in which an atom becomes an ion is called ionization. It may occur when atoms are exposed to high levels of radiation or when atoms transfer electrons to or from other atoms.