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Signal distortion is a phenomenon that occurs in electronic signals due to various external influences or internal characteristics of a signal processing system. It can manifest in different forms depending on the type of signal and the environment in which it is transmitted.

Distortion can be defined as the alteration of the original signal's waveform, resulting in a different form or shape than the original. This can be due to various factors such as thermal noise, electromagnetic interference, or non-linear components in an electric circuit. Additionally, distortion can also arise from the limitations of the signal processing system itself, such as quantization noise or truncation errors.

Types of signal distortion include amplitude distortion, frequency distortion, and phase distortion. Amplitude distortion affects the intensity of the signal, causing it to be either amplified or attenuated. Frequency distortion results in a change to the signal's spectral components, leading to data loss or corruption. Phase distortion involves a change to the signal's timing, causing it to become out of sync with other signals.

Signal distortion has significant implications in various fields, including telecommunications, audio engineering, and radar technology. In these domains, maintaining signal integrity is crucial to ensure accurate data transfer, clear audio transmission, and precise radar signal processing. Signal distortion can be mitigated through various techniques, such as filtering, amplification, or coding. However, completely eliminating distortion is often a challenging task, as it depends on several factors including the type of signal, the signal processing system's capabilities, and the environment in which the signal is transmitted.