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Coarse graining phase space is primarily a concept in statistical mechanics, focusing on simplifying complex systems by averaging over microscopic details. It involves reducing the number of degrees of freedom in a system to make analysis more manageable. The discussion highlights a need for accessible references and explanations to clarify this concept. Participants suggest that while it may relate to material science, the core inquiry is rooted in statistical mechanics. Understanding this process is essential for grasping broader concepts in thermodynamics and system behavior.
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I'm having a bit of a hard time getting my head around this idea. Can anyone provide some links to good references, or offer an explanation here? Thanks.
 
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Is this a material science question?
 
I suppose it could be, but I was asking more about the general procedure of coarse graining phase space. It's more a statistical mechanics question, I think. I'm not having much luck in finding explanations that I can understand.
 

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