The quality of x‐ray diffraction patterns made with copper radiation and recorded on Polaroid film by use of a fluorescent screen can be significantly improved. Screens with zinc sulfide layers dimensioned for complete utilization of copper radiation and reduced conversion of the continuous spectrum provide a sixfold reduction in background compared to that of patterns prepared with commercial screens.

Topics
Optical imaging, X-ray diffraction
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