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.

The scattering of blue and violet wavelengths by particles in the atmosphere, cloud, and haze.

Scattered radiation can degrade the image quality of X-rays, especially for low contrast objects such as soft tissues.

Rainbows are formed from the scattering and separating of white light into its components.

Violet has the shortest wavelength, so it is bent more than red.

Elastic scattering refers to the scattering of light when there is no change in its wavelength after being re-emitted.

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.

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.