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An '''ensemble''' is a collection of possible states used to describe a system statistically.
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An ensemble is a collection of possible states used to describe a system statistically.

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An ensemble represents many possible configurations of a system.

Description

Ensembles provide a way to describe systems when the exact state is unknown, using a set of possible configurations.

Properties

  • represents multiple states
  • used in statistical methods
  • describes uncertainty

See also

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Author: Harold Foppele


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