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Thomas-Fermi approximation for gauge theories

Journal Article · · Physical Review, D
 [1]; ;  [2]
  1. Institute of Geophysics and Planetary Physics, University of California at Riverside, Riverside, California 92521 (United States)
  2. Department of Physics, University of California at Riverside, Riverside, California 92521-0413 (United States)
An effective field approximation, similar to the atomic Thomas-Fermi approach, is proposed for studying non-Abelian gauge theories which includes finite-volume effects. As applications of the formalism the equation of state for an SU(2) gauge theory with massless fermions is obtained. The extensions to realistic situations are briefly discussed. {copyright} {ital 1997} {ital The American Physical Society}
OSTI ID:
342622
Journal Information:
Physical Review, D, Journal Name: Physical Review, D Journal Issue: 10 Vol. 55; ISSN PRVDAQ; ISSN 0556-2821
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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