(physics) The deflection of particles and/or radiation through angles greater than 90 degrees to the original direction of travel. / The particles and/or radiation deflected in this manner.

To scatter particles and/or radiation back to the direction from which they come.

past participle of backscatter

plural of backscatter

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of backscatter

(physics) The scattering of waves, particles, or signals back in the direction of their source.

present participle of backscatter

plural of backscattering

plural of backscatterer

A device used in backscattering