XAFS (X-ray Absorption Fine Structure)

X-ray Absorption Fine Structure (XAFS) is a scientific technique used to study the local environment of atoms in materials. When X-rays are directed at a sample, they can be absorbed by specific atoms, leading to changes in the X-ray spectrum. By analyzing these changes, researchers can gain detailed information about the arrangement of surrounding atoms, their distances, and the type of chemical bonding. This method is valuable in fields like chemistry, material science, and biology, helping scientists understand material properties, reactions, and structures at the atomic level.