Statistical Mechanics: An Advanced Course with Problems and Solutions |
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according approximation assumed atoms average band becomes calculate called canonical classical collision condition conduction considered constant coordinates corresponding cosh defined degeneracy denoted density derived determined distribution electric electrons energy entropy equal equation equilibrium example expression factor Fermi field figure force formula free energy frequency given gives hand heat Hence ideal integral interaction internal levels limit magnetic mass mean MICHIGAN molecular molecules motion N₁ normal NOTE obtains oscillator particles partition function phase physical positive possible potential pressure probability problem quantum quantum mechanics relation represents respectively result rotational Show shown sinh solution spin statistical mechanics Substituting surface temperature term theory thermal thermodynamic unit vibration volume wave weight written zero