light scattering
[/laɪt ˈskætərɪŋ/]
noun
espalhamento de luz
1. The process by which light is forced to deviate from a straight path by irregularities in the medium through which it passes or by particles suspended in that medium
Light scattering in the atmosphere is responsible for the blue color of the sky.
O espalhamento de luz na atmosfera é responsável pela cor azul do céu.
2. A physical phenomenon used in analytical chemistry and materials science to determine particle size, concentration, and molecular weight of substances in solution
Researchers used light scattering to analyze the protein concentration in the sample.
Os pesquisadores usaram espalhamento de luz para analisar a concentração de proteína na amostra.
3. The interaction between photons and matter that results in a change of direction of the light beam
Rayleigh light scattering occurs when particles are much smaller than the wavelength of light.
O espalhamento de luz de Rayleigh ocorre quando as partículas são muito menores que o comprimento de onda da luz.
Light scattering is a fundamental concept in physics and materials science, equally important in both Brazilian and American scientific communities. It is widely studied in universities and research institutions and is critical for understanding phenomena like sky coloration, water clarity, and particle analysis in industrial and environmental contexts.
Related Idioms & Phrases
light scattering coefficient
light scattering intensity
angle-dependent light scattering
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