Understanding single layer anti-reflection

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This discussion focuses on designing a single layer anti-reflection (AR) coating using magnesium fluoride (MgF2) on silicon (Si). The formula for calculating reflectance, given as ([n2-n1]/[n2+n1])^2, is highlighted as essential for this process. The user is experiencing discrepancies between their plotted results and expected outcomes when analyzing wavelengths from 300 to 1000 nm in Excel. Further clarification on the specific results obtained versus the anticipated results is necessary for troubleshooting.

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I'm trying to understand how to design a single layer AR coating on Si using MgF2. I know that ([n2-n1]/[n2+n1])^2. But when plotting this against wavelengths 300-1000 on excel I am not getting correct results.
 
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You'll need to be more specific on the problem. What result did you get and what result were you expecting?

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