Define Compton effect.

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The question is asking for a definition of the Compton effect, which is a phenomenon in quantum physics involving the scattering of photons by electrons, resulting in a change in energy and wavelength of the photons.

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The increase in wavelength of X-ray or gamma-ray photons upon scattering.

The Compton effect is the increase in wavelength (decrease in energy) of X-ray or gamma-ray photons when they interact with matter and scatter.

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The Compton effect is the increase in wavelength (decrease in energy) of X-ray or gamma-ray photons when they interact with matter and scatter.

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The Compton effect was significant in demonstrating the particle nature of light, supporting the concept of photons.

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