Introduction to the Calculation of Structure Factors
S. C. Wallwork
University of Nottingham, England
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Introduction to the Calculation of Structure Factors
Teaching Aims
To help students with some basic qualitative knowledge of X-ray
diffraction and crystal structure determination to put this knowledge on a
quantitative basis.
Level
This approach would be suitable for undergraduate students in most
science subjects who need to understand how some of the basic calculations
in X-ray diffraction may be done.
Background
A general qualitative introduction to X-ray diffraction is assumed.
Some familiarity with the representation of waves as projections of
circular motion and with complex numbers is assumed.
Practical Resources
No specific practical resources are required but the availability of detailed
information about structures on which practice calculations could be
made would be an advantage.
Time Required for Teaching
Depending on the previous acquaintance of the students with X-ray
diffraction this course could occupy anything from 1 to 5 lectures.
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