Abstract

Neglecting surface roughness, parameters are specified that will enhance the normalized reflectivity difference in the transverse Kerr magneto-optic effect by a factor of 10⁹, suggesting the inadequacy of this standard of measure when conditions become such that the reflectivity almost vanishes.

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