Stripping starts from the edge of the interface, while tearing is the simultaneous stress on the whole bonding surface. Exfoliation is a Chinese word, which means that the covering on the surface of an object falls off.

The technique of stripping electrons from the periphery of atoms or ions. In tandem electrostatic accelerators and other types of heavy ion accelerators, it is the most effective method to improve the charge-to-mass ratio Q/A of accelerated particles by atomic stripping technology. Generally, peeling is used.