Does Scattering Involve Absorption

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Scattering can occur without absorption, as it primarily involves a particle colliding with another and changing direction. However, there are instances where scattering does involve complete absorption and subsequent emission of a particle or wave. The nature of scattering varies based on the types of particles involved, such as photons or neutrons. Different scattering processes can lead to different outcomes, depending on the interaction specifics. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for studying optical phenomena and particle interactions.
Abid Rizvi
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Hi,

I read that scattering is just hitting a particle and bouncing off at some other direction. But I also read that scattering involves the complete absorption and emission of a particle/wave. Is this part correct? I have been unable to find that bit of information anywhere else.
 
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There are different possibilities, depending on the particles involved - photons, neutrons, various charged particles, etc.
 
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