Mid-Infrared Spectral Behavior of Sedimentary Rocks.

Abstract

Mid-infrared (6- to 40-micrometer) spectra of sedimentary rocks and rock-forming minerals are presented. Molecular vibration bands are identified and the causes of spectral scatter among different samples of the same rock type are determined. It is concluded that mid-infrared spectra of sedimentary rocks are an excellent guide to their major mineral content. The chief drawback for terrestrial remote sensing of these rocks is that the major carbonate absorption band lies outside the atmospheric window. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 02, 1975
Accession Number
ADA016427

Entities

People

  • Graham R. Hunt
  • John W. Salisbury

Organizations

  • Air Force Cambridge Research Laboratories

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Absorption
  • Atmospheric Windows
  • Carbonates
  • Diffraction
  • Electromagnetic Spectra
  • Infrared Spectra
  • Micrometers
  • Minerals
  • Remote Sensing
  • Rock Forming Minerals
  • Rocks And Deposits
  • Sedimentary Rocks
  • Spectra
  • Vibration
  • Wave Phenomena

Fields of Study

  • Geology

Readers

  • Geotechnical Engineering.
  • Spectroscopy.