Mid-infrared polarimetry and magnetic fields: an observing strategy
Linear polarimetry in the mid-infrared can be used to obtain magnetic field directions in astronomical sources. However, since the polarization can arise from emission and/or absorption from aligned grains, care is needed to plan observations so that enough information is obtained to identify and se...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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2004
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