The infrared absorption cross-section and refractive-index data in HITRAN

The cross-sections and indices of refraction on the HIgh-resolution TRANsmission (HITRAN) database are summarized. HITRAN contains a tabulation of cross-sections of atmospheric chemical reservoir and source species, chlorofluorocarbons, hydrochlorofluorocarbons, and hydrofluorocarbons, and indices of refraction of liquid and solid compounds. The temperature and pressure dependences of the cross-sections and the temperature dependence of the indices of refraction are illustrated. Data uncertainties and applications are discussed, and some future needs of the remote-sensing community are identified.