Diffuse Reflection
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Diffuse Reflection
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Any reflection process in which the reflected radiation is sent out in
many directions usually bearing no simple relationship to the angle of
incidence; the opposite of specular
reflection. See diffuse
reflector, perfectly
diffuse reflector.
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A term frequently applied to the process by which solar radiation is
scattered by dust and other suspensoids in the atmosphere. See diffuse
sky radiation. [[/a>|/a>
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This article is based on NASA's Dictionary of Technical Terms for Aerospace Use
