Can We Obtain the Form of L from Z(u)?

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The discussion centers on the relationship between the function Z(u) and the operator L, specifically whether the form of L can be derived from Z(u). It is established that Z(u) is represented as a series involving an arbitrary function f and a set of eigenvalues E_n from a self-adjoint operator L, which ensures all eigenvalues are real. The participants emphasize the need to define the function f(E_n, u) to explore this relationship further.

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  • Basic concepts of statistical mechanics related to partition functions
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given the function (or distribution)

[tex]\sum_{n=0}^{\infty} f(E_n,u )= Z(u)[/tex] for 'f' an arbitrary function and [tex]E_n[/tex] a set of eigenvalues of a certain operator [tex]f (L)[/tex] with L self adjoint so all the eigenvalues are real , could we obtain the form of 'L' from Z(u) ??
 
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Define [tex]f(E_n,u )[/tex]
 

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