Deriving relations for a hard sphere phase diagram

In summary, the Ornstein-Zernike equation states that there exists a correlation function h(r12) between two particles in a fluid system. This function can be expressed as a sum of two terms, c(r12) and an integral involving another correlation function h(r32). After taking a Fourier transform, we get the second equation, where the correlation function in real space is expressed as a convolution of the Fourier transformed correlation function and the original correlation function c(r13).
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Homework Statement
In Torquato's Random Heterogeneous Materials, he has written
##\frac{p}{\rho kT} = 1+2^{d-1}\eta g_2 (D^{+}) = 1+2^{d-1}\eta [c(D^+)-c(D^-)]##
which he arrives to using the Ornstein-Zernike equation.
How does he reach this conclusion?
Relevant Equations
where ##g_2(D^+)## is the contact value from the right-side of the radial distribution function, and $\eta$ is a dimensionless reduced density.
Ornstein-Zernike states that
##h(r_{12}) = c(r_{12}) + \rho \int d\mathbf{r}_3 c(r_{13})h(r_{32})##
which after a Fourier transform becomes
##\hat{C} (\mathbf{k}) = \frac{\hat{H}(\mathbf{k})}{1+\rho \hat{H}(\mathbf{k})}##

However, I don't see how to simplify this to the second equation he has. I would appreciate any advice you have.
 
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The second equation is obtained by taking the inverse Fourier transform of the first equation. This process involves expressing the integrand in terms of a convolution. Thus, we obtain the second equation:##h(r_{12}) = c(r_{12}) + \rho \int d\mathbf{r}_3 \hat{C}(\mathbf{k}) * c(r_{13})h(r_{32})##
 

1. What is a hard sphere phase diagram?

A hard sphere phase diagram is a graphical representation of the different phases of a system consisting of hard spheres at different temperatures and pressures. It shows the boundaries between the solid, liquid, and gas phases of the system.

2. How do you derive relations for a hard sphere phase diagram?

The relations for a hard sphere phase diagram can be derived using statistical mechanics and thermodynamics principles. This involves considering the interactions between the hard spheres and the effects of temperature and pressure on the system.

3. What factors affect the shape of a hard sphere phase diagram?

The shape of a hard sphere phase diagram is primarily influenced by the size of the hard spheres and the temperature and pressure of the system. Other factors such as the density and composition of the system can also play a role.

4. How is a hard sphere phase diagram used in research?

A hard sphere phase diagram is a useful tool for researchers studying the behavior of systems with hard sphere interactions. It can help predict the phase transitions and properties of the system under different conditions, and guide the design of experiments and simulations.

5. Can a hard sphere phase diagram be applied to real-world systems?

While the hard sphere model is a simplified representation of real-world systems, it can be applied to certain systems with similar properties, such as colloidal suspensions and gases. However, it may not accurately represent more complex systems with non-spherical particles or additional interactions.

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