Scattering of Light Quiz

The scattering of light refers to the diffusive effect of particles that causes light waves to deviate from their straight paths.

When sunlight hits a molecule or a particle present in the atmosphere, the molecule absorbs some of this radiation and quickly re-emits it in various directions.

The two main types of scattering of light are elastic and inelastic scattering.

<p>The scattering of blue and violet wavelengths by particles in the atmosphere, cloud, and haze.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Scattered radiation can degrade the image quality of X-rays, especially for low contrast objects such as soft tissues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rainbows are formed from the scattering and separating of white light into its components.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Violet has the shortest wavelength, so it is bent more than red.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elastic scattering refers to the scattering of light when there is no change in its wavelength after being re-emitted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The relationship between scattering and the wavelength of light is given by $n = \frac{2\pi d},{\lambda}$, where $n$ is the refractive index, $d$ is the diameter of the particles, and $\lambda$ is the wavelength of light.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Single scattering is characterized by one localized source of scattering, while multiple scattering occurs when a wave scatters several times, such as light scattered through a fog or haze.</p> Signup and view all the answers