Figuring Out RCS in Physics - Urgent Quiz Tomorrow

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RCS in physics typically refers to "Radar Cross Section," which is a measure of how detectable an object is by radar. It relates to the object's size, shape, and material, influencing how radar waves reflect off it. The discussion highlights the urgency of understanding RCS for an upcoming quiz, emphasizing the importance of angles in its calculation. Users suggest researching "RCS angle" for more detailed information, acknowledging the forum's policy against providing direct answers to homework but considering the context of quizzes. Understanding RCS is crucial for effective preparation for the quiz.
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URGENT what's RCS

what is RCS supposed to mean in physics, i have a quiz tommorow with that as a bonus question, i know it has something to do with angles...
 
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I know the general policy of this forum is that we do not give answers to homeworks, but I'm not so sure about quizzes/competitions. I've tried goggling "RCS angle" and it fetched a whole wealth of answers. Maybe you can try that or something similar?
 

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