Abstract

Absorption by a large sphere is calculated by using an asymptotic expression of the Mie theory. The expression derived includes coherence effects of the internal refracted wave and is not restricted to a small value of the imaginary part of the refractive index. The range of validity of previously suggested approximations is discussed.

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