Abstract
By combining aspects of the coherent and self-intermediate scattering functions, we show that the arrest of particle number density fluctuations spreads from the position of the main structure factor peak. We propose that this arrest impairs the system's ability to respond to diffusing momentum currents, leading to an enhanced resistance to flow. From the stretching of the coherent intermediate scattering functions in the glass, we read a manifestation of the undissipated thermal energy-the source of the ergodicity restoring processes that short-circuit the sharp transition to a perfect glass.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 168301 |
Pages (from-to) | - |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Physical Review Letters |
Volume | 102 |
Issue number | 16 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 24 Apr 2009 |
Keywords
- INTERMEDIATE SCATTERING FUNCTION