Coherent scattering

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Coherent scattering

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Coherent scattering, also known as Rayleigh or classical scattering, has minimal effect on the imaging process because it involves low-energy X-rays and does not contribute significantly to the image formation or contrast. It mainly occurs at lower X-ray energies and does not ionize the atom, meaning the scattered X-ray has the same energy as the incident X-ray but may change direction. This type of scattering does not contribute useful information to the diagnostic image and is generally considered to have a minimal effect on the overall imaging process.

Coherent Scattering