Dispersion (noun)

The act or process of dispersing or the state of being dispersed.

Origin:

Mid 17th century: from latin dispersio(n-), from dispersionem (nominative dispersio) 'scattering', from the verb dispergere (see disperse).

Examples:

1. The dispersion of the protesters was peaceful, with no incidents reported.
2. The dispersion of the seeds by the wind is necessary for the growth of new plants.
3. The dispersion of the workers from the factory to their homes happened gradually.
4. The dispersion of the light by the prism was fascinating to watch.
5. The dispersion of the ink from the pen was accidental but made a nice pattern.