lightinteraction
Light interaction refers to the ways in which light behaves when it encounters different materials, surfaces, or environments. Light is an electromagnetic wave that travels in straight lines at approximately 299,792 kilometers per second in a vacuum. Its interaction with matter depends on factors such as wavelength, intensity, and the properties of the medium it encounters.
When light strikes a surface, several phenomena can occur. Reflection happens when light bounces off a surface,
Absorption takes place when light is absorbed by a material, converting its energy into heat or other
Transmission occurs when light passes through a material, such as glass or clear water. Some materials allow
Scattering involves light being redirected in various directions due to interactions with particles in the medium,
Interference and diffraction occur when light waves overlap or pass through narrow openings, creating patterns of
Understanding light interaction is essential in fields like physics, engineering, and design, influencing technologies such as