neutron diffraction


is: the diffraction of neutrons by a regular array of atoms (as in a crystal).   [P7.1]

is a consequence: of the wave-like behaviour of neutrons, as described by quantum physics.   [P7.1]

results in: a diffraction pattern with sharp local maxima of intensity in directions determined (in sufficiently simple cases) by Bragg's law.   [P7.1]

See de Broglie wave.


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