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Diffraction Pattern

/dɪˈfrækʃən ˈpætərn/noun
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A diffraction pattern is the intricate arrangement of waves, such as light or X-rays, that emerges when they bend around obstacles or pass through slits, creating a series of bright and dark bands. This phenomenon not only reveals the wave nature of particles but also plays a key role in modern applications like microscopy and data analysis, helping scientists decode everything from atomic structures to digital images.

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