What is “absolute circular polarization fraction” for a pulsar?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the concept of "absolute circular polarization fraction" in the context of pulsars, specifically seeking to clarify its definition and how it differs from the general circular polarization fraction.

Discussion Character

  • Conceptual clarification, Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • One participant asks for clarification on the definition of absolute circular polarization fraction and its distinction from circular polarization fraction.
  • Another participant suggests that "absolute" refers to the absolute value, indicating it represents the distance from zero, regardless of sign.
  • A reference to a pulsar paper is provided to illustrate the concept, though the relevance of the example is not confirmed by others.
  • Participants express personal circumstances regarding the use of Google, indicating a broader discussion about access to information and differing regulations across countries.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion does not reach a consensus on the definitions or implications of the terms discussed. Multiple viewpoints are presented, particularly regarding the interpretation of "absolute" in this context.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations regarding access to external resources for some participants, which may affect the depth of the discussion. The explanation of "absolute" relies on a mathematical analogy that may not be universally accepted or understood in the same way.

Who May Find This Useful

Researchers or students interested in pulsar studies, particularly those exploring concepts of polarization in astrophysics.

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In a pulsar paper, two terms were mentioned: circular polarization fraction and absolute circular polarization fraction.
1. What is the absolute circular polarization fraction?
2. What is the difference between them?
 
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I envy your freedom to use Google. It is illegal to use Google in our country.
 
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ZX.Liang said:
It is illegal to use Google in our country.
Yes, different countries, and different politicians, load all of us with rules. Some are a good idea and some are not.

Stay Safe!
Tom
 

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