High Energy Density Physics
Compton scattering is a phenomenon where X-rays or gamma rays collide with matter, resulting in a change in the wavelength of the incoming radiation and the ejection of electrons from atoms. This interaction is significant in understanding energy transfer processes in high-energy environments and has implications for studying cosmic phenomena, including the behavior of radiation in astrophysical systems.
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