Question

What is scattering of light?

Answer 1

Light scattering is a form of scattering in which light in the form of propagating energy is scattered.

Answer 2

Light scattering is a form of scattering in which light in the form of propagating energy is scattered. Light scattering can be thought of as the deflection of a ray from a straight path, for example by irregularities in the propagation medium, particles, or in the interface between two media.