Lecture

Spherical Symmetry in Statistical Mechanics

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This lecture covers the concept of spherical symmetry in statistical mechanics, focusing on the implications and applications in the context of phase transitions. The instructor discusses the moment generating function, correlation functions, and the Wilson criterion, emphasizing the universality of critical phenomena. The lecture explores the connection between spherical symmetry and the Ising model, as well as the role of moments in characterizing phase transitions.

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