Some remarks on the boltzmann and anti-boltzmann equations
Journal Article
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· Philosophical Magazine
Derivation of the familiar Boltzmann equation from the mechanical equations of motion of an isolated system is considered. Transition from over- all reversibility to irreversibility is discussed. The anti-Boltzmann'' equation appears paradoxical. It is suggested that a generalized Boltzmann-- Langevin equation helps to resolve any paradox; either the Boltzmann--Langevin or anti-Boltzmann-Langevin equation may be used for prediction or retrodiction. The Boltzmann(--Langevin) equation remains the natural choice for prediction when apparently irreversible behavior is present.
- Research Organization:
- National Research Council, Ottawa
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- NSA Number:
- NSA-16-007836
- OSTI ID:
- 4811372
- Journal Information:
- Philosophical Magazine, Journal Name: Philosophical Magazine Journal Issue: 71 Vol. 6; ISSN 0031-8086
- Country of Publication:
- Country unknown/Code not available
- Language:
- English
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