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diffraction

[dih-frak-shuhn] / dɪˈfræk ʃən /


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Because some of the inference process takes place through diffraction, important parameters of the optical model are effectively embedded within the hardware.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 1, 2026

At UTK, Michael Koehler used in situ X-ray diffraction to follow changes in the phases of the reaction mixture as the chemistry unfolded.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 21, 2026

"Even better, our original inference of melting has now been confirmed directly with X-ray diffraction."

From Science Daily ● Aug. 20, 2026

Observing the Poisson spot provided convincing evidence that light undergoes diffraction, meaning it bends and spreads as it passes around objects or through small openings.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 13, 2026

Perhaps Franklin would consider studying the diffraction patterns of these fibers and deduce a structure?

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee


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