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Spectrum of the microwave background radiationA review is given of the present status of measurements of the spectrum of the microwave background. Factors that limit experimental accuracy are discussed with particular reference to high-frequency measurements. A selection of the available measurements yields a data set that is reasonably consistent with the black-body spectrum for a temperature of 2.9 K. A simple statistical analysis suggests either that there are errors in the data set, or that deviations from a black-body spectrum exist. The difficulties inherent in properly averaging the results from different observers are described. Prospects for improved measurements are summarized.
Document ID
19820063823
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Richards, P. L.
(California, University Berkeley, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 10, 2013
Publication Date
October 15, 1982
Subject Category
Space Radiation
Accession Number
82A47358
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: DE-AC03-76SF-00098
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other

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