neutron reflectometry

Neutron reflectometry is a scientific technique used to examine the structure of thin materials, such as coatings or layered surfaces, at the microscopic level. It involves directing a beam of neutrons at a material's surface and measuring how they reflect back. Since neutrons are sensitive to specific atoms and can penetrate deep layers without damaging the sample, this method provides detailed information about the arrangement and composition of each layer. It’s widely used in material science, biology, and nanotechnology to understand surface and interface structures with high precision.