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backscatter

back·scat·ter [ bák skàttər ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. deflection of radiation or particles: the deflection of radiation or particles through angles of greater than 90 degrees measured with respect to the original direction of travel through a medium

2. deflected radiation or particles: radiation or particles deflected more than 90 degrees while passing through a medium

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