Optical constants of MgO (Magnesium monoxide)
Stephens and Malitson 1952: n 0.36–5.4 µm
Wavelength:
µm
(0.36–5.4)
Complex refractive index (n+ik)
n
k
LogX
LogY
eV
Derived optical constants
Dispersion formula
$$n^2=2.956362+\frac{0.02195770}{λ^2-0.01428322}-0.01062387λ^{2}-0.0000204968λ^{4}$$Comments
23.3 °C. Formula for entire transmission range; use the other formula for more accurate index values in the visible.
References
R. E. Stephens and I. H. Malitson. Index of refraction of magnesium oxide, J. Res. Natl. Bur. Stand. 49 249-252 (1952)
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Magnesium monoxide, MgO
Magnesium oxide (MgO) is a white solid that exhibits refractory and insulating properties. It's commonly used in the ceramics industry and for producing crucibles. In thin film form, MgO serves as an excellent substrate for the growth of high-quality epitaxial films and is transparent in the ultraviolet to infrared regions, making it suitable for various optical applications.Other names
- Magnesia
- Magnesium(II) oxide
- Magnesium oxide
Mineral
- Periclase