A Generalized Theory for Line Formation in a Homogeneous Magnetic Field
Abstract
The formation of spectral lines in a homogeneous magnetic field has been studied. A new method for solving the transfer equations for polarized light has been found. Using this method, the Stokes parameters may be derived without any special assumptions regarding the model atmosphere. With the line formed by pure absorption, the expressions for the Stokes parameters may easily be adapted to numerical calculations. In order to illustrate the method, the line profile for the Zeeman triplet λ 5250 has been calculated using a photospheric model atmosphere.
- Publication:
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Solar Physics
- Pub Date:
- July 1968
- DOI:
- 10.1007/BF00149558
- Bibcode:
- 1968SoPh....4..267K
- Keywords:
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- Atmosphere;
- Magnetic Field;
- Numerical Calculation;
- Generalize Theory;
- Spectral Line