Diffraction

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-004997",
  "term": "Diffraction",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The bending of waves, such as light or sound, as they pass around an obstacle or through an aperture. This phenomenon causes waves to spread out from their original path. In meteorology, it explains the formation of coronas and glories around the sun or moon due to water droplets.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/diffraction/"
}