scattering

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Researchers measured the properties of a magnetic crystal using a process called neutron scattering, where a beam of neutrons passes through a sample.

From Barron's

When the levitated beads interact, they do so by scattering sound waves between one another.

From Science Daily

The yew tree with a scattering of berries beneath.

From Literature

A hot, dry wind blew in from the north, scattering the dirt from the unpaved streets and the railyard, carrying the faint scent of smoke from a distant wildfire.

From Literature

It looked like an under-23 side with a scattering of experience for Real.

From BBC