Light scattering as a probe for atomic interactions

This chapter describes work on the scattering of light by atomic and molecular collisions. Offers a direct technique for studying the mechanisms of heavy particle collisions and reactions. Discusses scattering experiments; collisional redistribution of radiation (collision induced fluorescence); collision-induced two-photon absorption; scattering from atom-molecule and reactive encounters; and implications for laser-modified collision studies. Examines a few of the technical aspects of the theory needed to analyze the results of the described experiments