The Polarization of Zodiacal Light

Author

Maynard Cowan

Publication Date

1951

Abstract

It was the purpose of this study, (1) to measure the polarization of zodiacal light, (2) to investigate the orientation of the plane of polarization, and (3) to deduce from results obtained information concerning the origin of zodiacal light.

Degree Name

Physics

Level of Degree

Masters

Department Name

Physics & Astronomy

First Committee Member (Chair)

John Root Green

Second Committee Member

John G. Breiland

Third Committee Member

N/A

Language

English

Document Type

Thesis

Recommended Citation

Cowan, Maynard. "The Polarization of Zodiacal Light." (1951). https://digitalrepository.unm.edu/phyc_etds/97