Scatter

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-008683",
  "term": "Scatter",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The process by which electromagnetic radiation, such as sunlight or radar waves, is redirected in multiple directions upon encountering particles or irregularities in a medium. This redirection occurs without a change in the wavelength of the radiation. Atmospheric scattering by air molecules and aerosols is responsible for the blue color of the sky and the white appearance of clouds.",
  "see_also": [
    "scatter diagram",
    "spread"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/scatter/"
}