We analyze the propagation of linear radiation waves using the P-1/3 equati
ons recently suggested by Olson (Olson et al. JQSRT 1999; in press). These
equations lead to the correct behavior of the radiation held under a wide v
ariety of conditions and may provide a simple and practical method of solvi
ng time-dependent radiation transport problems, even in complex geometries.
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