Wavelength of the Ray
Scattering is inversely proportional to the wavelength.
Scattering ∝ 1/λ
where λ denotes the wavelength of the ray.
As there is inverse proportionality of the wavelength and scattering this means that the light with a higher wavelength scatters more then than light with fewer wavelengths.
Scattering of Light
Scattering of Light is a fascinating phenomenon that occurs when light travel through different mediums and is scattered by the particles of the medium or other irregularities. Light is nothing but energy which can be either considered waves or particles (dual nature of light) and travels in a straight line and as light reaches our eyes then we can see everything around us. The scattering of light has significant implications in daily life, from the colour of the sky to the colour of clouds are all examples of scattering of light. As there is various terminology involved in the explanation of the scattering of light such as refraction. Thus, let’ understanding refraction in brief before the detailed explanation of scattering and its types.
Table of Content
- Refraction of Light Definition
- Scattering of Light Definition
- Factors Affecting Scattering of Light
- Size of the particles
- Wavelength of the Ray
- Different forms of Scattering of light
- Applications of Scattering of Light
- White Colour of Clouds
- Tyndall Effect
- Sample Questions on Scattering of Light