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In x-ray diffraction , even though its reflection is happening , we call this as x ray diffraction. why is it so?? i don't know whether it has been discussed previously here.
sreerajt said:In x-ray diffraction , even though its reflection is happening , we call this as x ray diffraction. why is it so?? i don't know whether it has been discussed previously here.
sreerajt said:does anybody have any other answer?
In an X-ray diffraction measurement, a crystal is mounted on a goniometer and gradually rotated while being bombarded with X-rays, producing a diffraction pattern of regularly spaced spots known as reflections.
TumblingDice said:M Quack added good info and links for reflection and diffraction.
Here's another wiki link directly to X-ray Crystallography:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X-ray_crystallography
The link has some more good stuff that directly addresses your question regarding, "why":
X-ray diffraction or reflection is a technique used to study the structure of materials by analyzing the way X-rays are scattered or reflected off of the atoms in the material. This allows scientists to determine the arrangement of atoms in a crystal lattice, which can provide valuable information about the material's properties.
X-ray diffraction or reflection works by directing a beam of X-rays at a sample and measuring the intensity and angle of the scattered or reflected X-rays. The pattern of peaks and valleys in the resulting diffraction or reflection pattern can be analyzed to determine the arrangement of atoms in the material.
X-ray diffraction or reflection is commonly used in materials science to study the crystalline structure of materials such as metals, ceramics, and polymers. It can also be used in other fields such as biology and chemistry to study the structure of molecules and proteins.
X-ray diffraction or reflection is different from other imaging techniques because it allows scientists to study the internal structure of materials without physically altering or destroying the sample. This makes it a valuable tool for non-destructive analysis.
X-ray diffraction or reflection is limited to studying materials with a crystalline structure, as the atoms must be arranged in a regular pattern for the X-rays to produce a diffraction or reflection pattern. It also requires specialized equipment and expertise to interpret the results, making it a more specialized technique compared to other imaging methods.