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Modular invariance of the thermo-partition function and global phase structure of the heterotic string

Journal Article · · Phys. Rev. D; (United States)
The global phase structure for heterotic string theory is studied. Three different types of representations for thermo-partition functions are provided. We show how modular invariance arises and analyze finite-temperature divergences. A three-phase structure, involving a new nonperturbative high-temperature phase, for the heterotic string is found. The transition into this new phase takes place at ..beta.. = ..pi../..beta../sub h/T, where ..beta../sub h/ is the conventional ''Hagedorn temperature'' for the heterotic string.
Research Organization:
Department of Physics, Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island 02912
OSTI ID:
6463585
Journal Information:
Phys. Rev. D; (United States), Journal Name: Phys. Rev. D; (United States) Vol. 36:4; ISSN PRVDA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English