Lattice scattering refers to the phenomenon where a particle, such as an electron or phonon, interacts with the regular periodic structure of a crystal lattice. This process is crucial in solid-state physics and materials science because it affects various properties of materials, including electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, and the behavior of electrons in semiconductors. In more detail, in a crystalline solid, atoms are arranged in a repetitive pattern, forming a lattice.
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