Solution Found!
Solved: Prove that, for any system in equilibrium with a
Chapter 6, Problem 18P(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
Problem 18P
Prove that, for any system in equilibrium with a reservoir at temperature T, the average value of E2 is
Then use this result and the results of the previous two problems to derive a formula for σ E in terms of the heat capacity, You should find
Questions & Answers
QUESTION:
Problem 18P
Prove that, for any system in equilibrium with a reservoir at temperature T, the average value of E2 is
Then use this result and the results of the previous two problems to derive a formula for σ E in terms of the heat capacity, You should find
ANSWER:
Step 1 of 5
The partition function is given by:
Where is the Boltzmann factor and it is given by: