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Einstein relation for quantum systems

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The Einstein relation between the diffusion constantD and the mobilityu is discussed for various quantum systems, proceeding from the analysis of the general thermodynamic relation. Comparison between the kinematic and the thermodynamic derivation reveals the possibility to use the Einstein relation in investigations of the particle energy distribution in nonequilibrium conditions.

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Kaganov, M.I., Fiks, V.B. Einstein relation for quantum systems. J Stat Phys 38, 329–345 (1985). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01017865

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