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    Area of Science:

    • Electromagnetism
    • Particle Physics
    • Optics

    Background:

    • The scattering phase function (SPF) describes how light scatters in different directions.
    • Understanding particle scattering is crucial in various fields, including atmospheric science and materials science.
    • Previous studies primarily focused on uncharged spherical particles.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To deduce the scattering phase function (SPF) of a charged spherical particle.
    • To investigate how surface charge affects electromagnetic wave scattering.
    • To analyze the influence of surface conductivity, particle size, EM wave frequency, and refractive index on the SPF.

    Main Methods:

    • Theoretical deduction of the scattering phase function for charged spherical particles.
    • Comparative analysis of scattering properties between charged and uncharged spheres.
    • Examination of the relationship between surface conductivity and SPF.

    Main Results:

    • The SPF of a charged spherical particle is significantly different from that of an uncharged sphere.
    • Surface charges enhance the backward scattering of electromagnetic waves.
    • A threshold of surface conductivity exists, beyond which the SPF is primarily determined by conductivity for a given particle size, EM wave frequency, and refractive index.

    Conclusions:

    • Surface charge is a critical factor influencing the scattering phase function.
    • The findings provide insights into the electromagnetic wave interaction with charged particles.
    • This research contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of light scattering phenomena.