Scattering is a physical process where particles or waves are deflected in different directions after interacting with other particles or obstacles. This phenomenon can occur with light, sound, or even particles like atoms and molecules. For example, when sunlight passes through the atmosphere, it scatters, causing the sky to appear blue due to the shorter wavelengths of light being scattered more than longer wavelengths. In addition to light, scattering can also be observed in other contexts, such as acoustic waves in water or subatomic particles in physics experiments. Understanding scattering helps scientists study various phenomena, including climate change, optics, and even the behavior of gases in the atmosphere.