Diffraction
The spreading of waves passing through an opening or around a barrier.
The effect is most noticeable when the obstacle or hole is comparable to the size of the wavelength.
See also: Diffraction Grating, Refraction, Scattering, Wave.
The spreading of waves passing through an opening or around a barrier.
The effect is most noticeable when the obstacle or hole is comparable to the size of the wavelength.
See also: Diffraction Grating, Refraction, Scattering, Wave.