Deriving Optics: 22/46 Halo, Sundogs, Coronas, etc.

[xreas0nsx]

i have no idea where to start:

can someone help me mathematically derive the following?

-22 degree halo and 46 degree halo

-sundogs

-coronas

-sunrise/ sunset

-silver linings

-sun pillar

(graphics would be greatly appreciated)

if you find any helpful links please cite them here!

thanks!

 

[Andrew Mason]

i have no idea where to start:

can someone help me mathematically derive the following?

-22 degree halo and 46 degree halo

-sundogs

-coronas

-sunrise/ sunset

-silver linings

-sun pillar

(graphics would be greatly appreciated)

if you find any helpful links please cite them here!

thanks!

Check out this http://www.sundog.clara.co.uk/halo/parhelia.htm" which has great photos and a fairly good explanation.

AM