What Is the Rough Estimate for Temperature in Statistical Mechanics Homework?

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The discussion revolves around estimating temperature in the context of statistical mechanics, specifically related to entropy and its connection to temperature.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss their progress with calculating entropy and express uncertainty about linking entropy to temperature. Questions about the meaning of specific variables, such as epsilon, are raised.

Discussion Status

The conversation is ongoing, with participants seeking clarification and guidance on how to connect their findings to temperature. There is no explicit consensus yet, but the inquiry into the relationship between entropy and temperature is evident.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention a lack of clarity regarding certain variables and the overall approach to estimating temperature, indicating potential gaps in information or understanding.

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Ok so I've done the first part okay and got S = 17.38 times the Boltzmann constant.

Just don't see how to make a rough estimate of the temp.. what is epsillon>?
 

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any ideas anyone?
 
how am i meant to link it to temp?
 
Peopleeee?
 

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