Polarimetry: a powerful diagnostic tool in astronomy

J. Hough

doi:10.1111/j.1468-4004.2006.47331.x

Polarimetry: a powerful diagnostic tool in astronomy

J. Hough

Centre for Astrophysics Research (CAR)

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Abstract

Knowledge of the polarization state of radiation provides far more astrophysical information than intensity alone. Polarimetry has played a key role in the development of modern astronomy, providing insight into physical processes occurring in systems to high-redshift galaxies. The focus of this article is on the many opportunities polarimetry presents to virtually all areas of astronomy.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	31-35
Journal	Astronomy and Geophysics
Volume	47
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1468-4004.2006.47331.x
Publication status	Published - 2006

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