What occurs when light bumps into tiny particles of matter and spreads out in all directions?

What occurs when light bumps into tiny particles of matter and spreads out in all directions?

  • Correct Answer: scattering
  • rainbow effect
  • kaleidoscope
  • darkness

Explanation: Scattering occurs when light bumps into tiny particles of matter and spreads out in all directions. In the Figure below , beams of light from car headlights are shining through fog. The light is scattered by water droplets in the air, giving the headlights a “halo” appearance.

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