Backscattering

/ˈbækˌskætɚɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The process of radiation or particles bouncing backward, used as a measurement technique in physics and materials science.

Etymology

Present participle of 'backscatter' formed with '-ing'. Primarily used in technical and scientific contexts.

Kelly Says

Backscattering spectroscopy can identify individual atoms in a material by their unique 'signature' bounce patterns—it's so sensitive that scientists can detect a single layer of gold atoms (about 2 nanometers) on a silicon wafer.

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