Scattered

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-002410",
  "term": "Scattered",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definitions": [
    "Describing electromagnetic radiation or particles that have been deflected from their original path after interacting with a medium. This deflection occurs due to collisions with molecules, aerosols, or hydrometeors in the atmosphere. The scattered radiation contributes to phenomena such as sky color and visibility, and its properties depend on the wavelength and the size and composition of the scattering particles.",
    "When used to describe precipitation (for example: \"scattered showers\") - Area coverage of convective weather affecting 30 percent to 50 percent of a forecast zone (s).\n\nWhen used to describe sky cover: 3/8th to 4/8th (sky cover is measured in eighths or oktas) of the sky covered by clouds. In U.S. weather observing procedures, this is reported with the contraction “SCT.”"
  ],
  "see_also": [
    "scattering"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/scattered/"
}