Ergodic hypothesis in classical statistical mechanics
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Ergodic hypothesis in classical statistical mechanics
An updated discussion on physical and mathematical aspects of the ergodic hypothesis in classical equilibrium statistical mechanics is presented. Then a practical attitude for the justification of the microcanonical ensemble is indicated. It is also remarked that the difficulty in proving the ergodic hypothesis should be expected.
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Revista Brasileira de Ensino de Física
سال: 2007
ISSN: 1806-1117
DOI: 10.1590/s1806-11172007000200003