Metamaterials and Photonic Crystals
The scattering cross section is a measure of the probability that an incoming particle, such as a photon or electron, will be scattered by a target particle. It quantifies how likely it is for a particle to interact with the target and is essential for understanding how materials absorb and scatter light. The concept connects directly to scattering and absorption phenomena, providing insights into how energy is distributed and transformed when light interacts with matter.
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