Mid-Infrared Spectral Behavior of Igneous Rocks.

Abstract

Midinfrared (6 to 40 micrometers) spectra of igneous rocks and rock-forming minerals are presented. Molecular vibration bands are identified, and the extent of spectral scatter among different samples of the same rock type is illustrated. Conclusions are drawn concerning the extent to which midinfrared spectral behavior of igneous rocks is diagnostic of composition.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 23, 1974
Accession Number
ADA007680

Entities

People

  • Graham R. Hunt
  • John W. Salisbury

Organizations

  • Air Force Cambridge Research Laboratories

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Igneous Rocks
  • Micrometers
  • Minerals
  • Rock Forming Minerals
  • Rocks And Deposits
  • Spectra
  • Vibration

Fields of Study

  • Geology

Readers

  • Geotechnical Engineering.
  • Spectroscopy.