X-ray polarimetry

X-ray polarimetry is the measurement of the polarization of X-rays from astronomical sources. This technique provides information about emission mechanisms, magnetic field structures, and source geometry that cannot be obtained through traditional X-ray spectroscopy, imaging, or timing observations.

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