Diffraction
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /dɪˈfɹækʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Diffraction is a noun meaning (physics) The bending of a wave around an obstacle.
Meaning
(physics) The bending of a wave around an obstacle.
More Meanings
- (quantum mechanics) The breaking up of an electromagnetic wave as it passes a geometric structure (e.g. a slit), followed by reconstruction of the wave by interference.
Word Forms
- diffractions
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include x-ray, crystallographic, limited, deflection, interference, refraction.
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