Finding magnetic susceptibility of a quantum gas

In summary, the conversation discusses the calculation of M and χ in a system with a Hamiltonian in the presence of a field. The first part shows that M is equal to the derivative of the logarithm of the canonical partition function with respect to the field. The second part involves differentiating the given result for χ with respect to the field. The conversation also mentions the use of the chemical potential in the grand canonical partition function.
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Homework Statement


H=H[tex]_{0}[/tex] -g[tex]\mu[/tex]SB
H[tex]_{0}[/tex] = hamiltonian in absence of field
S=Spin operator in the direction of the fied (say along z-axis)

show that
1) M=1/[tex]\beta[/tex] (dLn Z/ dB)

2) [tex]\chi[/tex] = [tex]\beta[/tex](g [tex]\mu[/tex])[tex]^{2}[/tex] <(S-<S>)[tex]^{}2[/tex]>

Dont know why it shows[tex]\mu[/tex] in superscript. It isn't meant to be!
That is the chemical potential.

Homework Equations


Canonical partition function for a grand ensemble is
Z=Tr{exp(-[tex]\beta[/tex](H-[tex]\mu[/tex]N)}




The Attempt at a Solution



I know that M=g[tex]\mu[/tex]<S>

I don't know how to go about differentiating Ln Z w.r.t B

For the second part, I used the given result and differentiated it w.r.t B again.
I get [tex]\beta[/tex]times some junk! I can't get to the required result. I have a feeling its very poor math on my part. Any leads from here on would be well received.
 
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got it

Cant stop laighing at myself.
 

FAQ: Finding magnetic susceptibility of a quantum gas

1. What is magnetic susceptibility?

Magnetic susceptibility is a measure of the extent to which a material can be magnetized in the presence of an external magnetic field. It is a dimensionless quantity that describes the material's response to the magnetic field.

2. How is magnetic susceptibility measured?

Magnetic susceptibility can be measured using various techniques, such as the Faraday method or the Gouy method. In the Faraday method, the sample is placed in a magnetic field and the resulting induced magnetic moment is measured. In the Gouy method, the sample is placed in a non-uniform magnetic field and the force on the sample is measured.

3. What is a quantum gas?

A quantum gas is a gas composed of particles that exhibit quantum mechanical properties, such as atoms or molecules at very low temperatures. These particles behave differently than classical particles and can form interesting phenomena, such as Bose-Einstein condensates.

4. Why is it important to find the magnetic susceptibility of a quantum gas?

The magnetic susceptibility of a quantum gas can provide valuable information about the behavior and interactions of the particles in the gas. It can also help in understanding magnetic properties of materials at low temperatures and in studying quantum phenomena.

5. How is the magnetic susceptibility of a quantum gas calculated?

The magnetic susceptibility of a quantum gas can be calculated using theoretical models and experimental measurements. In some cases, it may also be possible to directly measure the magnetic susceptibility using specialized techniques, such as magnetic resonance imaging.

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