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The angle between the direction of propagation of an [[electromagnetic wave|electromagnetic]] or [[acoustic wave]] (<br/>''or'' [[ray]]) incident on a body and the local normal to that body (although this normal may not be well defined, as that for a [[cloud]], e.g.).<br/> May also describe beams of [[particles]] in the broadest sense. <br/>''Compare'' [[angle of arrival]]. | |||
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Latest revision as of 17:28, 7 November 2023
The angle between the direction of propagation of an electromagnetic or acoustic wave (
or ray) incident on a body and the local normal to that body (although this normal may not be well defined, as that for a cloud, e.g.).
May also describe beams of particles in the broadest sense.
Compare angle of arrival.