X-ray Diffraction

X-ray diffraction is an analysis technique that is used to determine the structure of materials at an atomic level. X-rays are directed at the sample and the diffracted beams are measured to identify the angles and intensities of the diffracted beams. This information can be used to determine the crystal structures and chemical composition of the sample. X-ray diffraction can be used to study a range of materials including metals, minerals, pharmaceuticals, proteins, and DNA. Its importance lies in its ability to provide a detailed structural information of materials which has a wide range of applications in many industries, such as pharmaceuticals, materials science and engineering, food science, and biochemistry.