https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.08525
Extinction of the plasma after a laser pulse as a consequence of self-absorption (quenching) and recombination of electrons and ions.
Note:
The time elapsed between initiation and extinction of the plasma ranges from tenths of microseconds to a few milliseconds.
The time elapsed between initiation and extinction of the plasma ranges from tenths of microseconds to a few milliseconds.