The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word IONISE
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The straight part
We know that "to bring about charge" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case to bring about charge = ionise.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does IONISE mean?
IONISE verb- To dissociate atoms or molecules into electrically charged species; to be thus dissociated.