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A Mixing Index Based on a Markov Model

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A new mixing index, a criterion of degree of mixedness, is proposed for one-dimensional mixtures of two constitutents on the basis of a Markov model. Homogeneous, random and segregated mixtures are clearly discriminated by the values of their mixing index. Practical way for evaluating the value of the index of a mixture from the variance of spot samples is discussed. Some applications to the three-dimensional mixtures are also considered.

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  1. International Christian University Ōsawa, Mitaka-shi, Tokyo, Japan

    Akihiro Nozaki

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Nozaki, A. A Mixing Index Based on a Markov Model. Behaviormetrika 7, 61–74 (1980). https://doi.org/10.2333/bhmk.7.7_61

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