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The Diffraction of X-Rays by Multilayer Stearate Soap Films

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  06 March 2019

Ralph C. Ehlert*
Affiliation:
General Electric Company Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Abstract

The diffraction of X-rays by multilayer stearate soap films has been studied as a function of (a) the number of diffracting layers and (b) the bivalent metal present. Both “Y” and “X” type structures have been built and analyzed with Al and C Kα radiation. The measured diffraction efficiency is compared with that predicted theoretically and with that obtained from a single crystal such as potassium acid phthalate.

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Research Article
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Copyright © International Centre for Diffraction Data 1964

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