Inelastic light scattering by large structured particles

Biophys J. 1974 Nov;14(11):865-80. doi: 10.1016/S0006-3495(74)85955-2.

Abstract

Autocorrelation functions are computed for nonspherical particles whose dimensions are comparable to or greater than the wavelength of scattered light. Particular attention is given to models of motile microorganisms. Results for Gaussian ellipsoids, finite thin rods, ellipsoids with internal structures, and dumbbell-shaped scatterers are derived and compared.

MeSH terms

  • Cell Movement
  • Cells
  • Diffusion
  • Lasers*
  • Light
  • Macromolecular Substances
  • Mathematics
  • Models, Biological
  • Molecular Conformation*
  • Scattering, Radiation*

Substances

  • Macromolecular Substances