Abstract: The explanation of X-Ray Diffraction in secondary schools is very standalone and becomes hard to apply to the context of experimental research. A simple and comprehensive explanation offers methods for educators to use in teaching secondary students about the contexts of X-Ray diffraction analysis. By offering derivations of the key formulas (i.e. Bragg’s Law) a step-by-step guide is provided to usher students into X-Ray Diffraction research from both analytical and societal perspectives. The discrepancy of mathematics allows students to truly dive into the applications and process of utilization of X-Rays, without being overwhelmed by the complexity. Looking at both hard condensed matter and soft matter, a large overview is given on the type of research that can be completed with X-Ray diffraction such as micro technology, forensic sciences, and structural analysis. Analyzing sodium chloride through diffraction analysis gives educators gradual examples to use for teaching. Scattering data is also touched upon, to overall give both the context and concept of X-Ray Diffraction research, which is quintessential to our understanding in many variant fields of science.
Keywords: Diffraction, X-Ray, Bragg’s Law, Lattice, Crystallography, and Constructive/Destructive Interference.
Title: X-Ray Diffraction: A Comprehensive Explanation for Multipurpose Research
Author: Adree Khondker, Shakir Lakhani
International Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovations
ISSN 2348-1218 (print), ISSN 2348-1226 (online)
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