Exact Statistical Thermodynamics of Gravitational Interactions in One and Two Dimensions
- 1 January 1965
- journal article
- research article
- Published by AIP Publishing in Journal of Mathematical Physics
- Vol. 6 (1) , 158-160
- https://doi.org/10.1063/1.1704254
Abstract
The exact equilibrium statistical mechanics of one‐ and two‐dimensional gases, in which the particles interact through gravitational forces, is obtained. It is found that these systems are characterized by nonextensive thermodynamics leading to behavior somewhat reminiscent of the formation of a star from interstellar dust.Keywords
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