Prediciting Bose Einstein statistics

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Homework Statement



First, let's derive the predictions for He-4 atoms at very low temps given the MB distr.


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The Attempt at a Solution



Given the MB distr., if the ground state of the system is assumed to be at zero energy, then the ratio of occupation numbers between the ground and the first excites states is exp(\epsilon<sub>1</sub>/kT).

What do you guys think? Have I done all right so far?
 
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PREDICTING BOSE EINSTEIN CONDENSATE FROM BE STATISTICS
 
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