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    • Atmospheric physics and radiative transfer.
    • Computational physics and numerical methods.

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    • Accurate modeling of radiative transfer is crucial for understanding atmospheric processes and climate.
    • Simplifications in Planck function parameterization can impact the accuracy of radiative transfer simulations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To solve the scalar radiative transfer equation with thermal radiation sources using the adding-doubling method.
    • To investigate the impact of different Planck function parameterizations (constant, linear, exponential) on radiance profiles.
    • To develop and validate a MATLAB-based radiative transfer model.

    Main Methods:

    • The adding-doubling method is employed to solve the radiative transfer equation.
    • Planck functions are parameterized as constant, linear, or exponential with optical thickness.
    • Radiance profiles are computed via matrix inversions.
    • The model incorporates inherent optical properties, temperature/altitude profiles, and boundary conditions.

    Main Results:

    • A detailed radiance profile is calculated for various zenith directions.
    • Simulations are validated against the VLIDORT discrete ordinate radiative transfer model.
    • Comparisons highlight differences in results for linear and exponential Planck function parameterizations.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed MATLAB program provides an accurate solution for the radiative transfer equation with thermal sources.
    • The choice of Planck function parameterization significantly influences the simulated radiance profiles.
    • The model serves as a valuable tool for atmospheric radiative transfer studies.