Masters Theses
Date of Award
12-1983
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science
Major
Physics
Major Professor
Thomas L. Ferrell
Committee Members
T. A. Callcott, L. R. Painter
Abstract
The experimental part of this thesis consists of measuring the optical absorbance of a collection of silver oblate spheroidal particulates as a function of wavelength, polarization, and angle of incidence. The method of producing such a collection is described along with measuring a few of the important characteristics like particle size, separation, and density. The experimental data are then compared with theoretical absorbances calculated using scattering and absorption cross sections. The cross sections are derived using a dipole approximation.
Recommended Citation
Kennerly, Stephen Webster, "The scattering and absorption of light due to surface resonances on submicron oblate spheroidal particulates. " Master's Thesis, University of Tennessee, 1983.
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