Which phenomenon reduces signal strength when an electromagnetic wave encounters conductive obstacles in its fresnel zone?

💡 Explanation

When an EM wave encounters obstacles in its Fresnel zone, diffraction occurs because the wave bends around edges, creating destructive interference that weakens the direct signal. Therefore diffraction losses reduce signal strength, rather than absorption, reflection, or refraction alone that require different interaction mechanisms.

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