Molecular Distribution Functions in a One-Dimensional Fluid

Abstract

Exact expressions are derived for the molecular distribution functions in a one‐dimensional fluid whose particles interact with a nearest neighbor pair potential. The pair distribution function for rigid spheres is found to be identical with Frenkel's result. The one‐dimensional form of a new set of integral equations for the molecular distribution functions is examined. The superposition principle is found to be exact in a one‐dimensional fluid with nearest neighbor interactions.