How Do You Calculate the Multiplicity of a Two-Dimensional Ideal Monatomic Gas?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the multiplicity of a two-dimensional ideal monatomic gas. A formula was proposed, initially stated as 1/N!(A^N/h3N)(pi^3N/2/3N/2)!(sqrt(2mU))^3N, but identified as incorrect. The correct formula for the multiplicity is given as [(1/N!)*((A*pi)^N)*(2MU)^N]/ (h^2N)*(N!). The conversation emphasizes the importance of accurately representing the parameters involved in the calculation. Understanding these formulas is crucial for studying the statistical mechanics of gases in reduced dimensions.
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Consider an ideal monatomic gas that lives in a two-dimensional universe ("flatland"), occupying an area A instead of a volume V. Find a formula for the multiplicity of this gas.


I arrived at this formula. Is it correct?:

1/N!(A^N/h3N)(pi^3N/2/3N/2)!(sqrt(2mU))^3N
 
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its wrong:

it should be
[(1/N!)*((A*pi)^N)*(2MU)^N]/ (h^2N)*(N!)
 
The book claims the answer is that all the magnitudes are the same because "the gravitational force on the penguin is the same". I'm having trouble understanding this. I thought the buoyant force was equal to the weight of the fluid displaced. Weight depends on mass which depends on density. Therefore, due to the differing densities the buoyant force will be different in each case? Is this incorrect?

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