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Probability space

The integral of the Gaussian function over the interval [a, b in a onedimensional probability space z is... [Pg.16]

In order to show the emergence of some specific property P of a graph G, a probability space of graphs should first be formed, in which the probability that G has this property is positive. We define two frequently used models. [Pg.35]

AlSCl has an orthorhombic structure, with the lattice constants a - 8.09, b = 10.52, c = 3.86 A, andZ = 4. It is probably isotypic with SbSCl and BiSCl, crystallizing in a layer type of lattice (157) (see Section XII,C,5). The selenide halides are monoclinic, with the probable space-group P2,/m. The lattice constants are given in Table XVII. The constancy of the b parameters for all three compounds suggests the general presence of an Al-Se chain extending in that direction (266). [Pg.384]

In most natural situations, physical and chemical parameters are not defined by a unique deterministic value. Due to our limited comprehension of the natural processes and imperfect analytical procedures (notwithstanding the interaction of the measurement itself with the process investigated), measurements of concentrations, isotopic ratios and other geochemical parameters must be considered as samples taken from an infinite reservoir or population of attainable values. Defining random variables in a rigorous way would require a rather lengthy development of probability spaces and the measure theory which is beyond the scope of this book. For that purpose, the reader is referred to any of the many excellent standard textbooks on probability and statistics (e.g., Hamilton, 1964 Hoel et al., 1971 Lloyd, 1980 Papoulis, 1984 Dudewicz and Mishra, 1988). For most practical purposes, the statistical analysis of geochemical parameters will be restricted to the field of continuous random variables. [Pg.173]

There are two different ways of representing uncertainty. The first approach is the continuous probability distribution where numerical integration is employed over the random continuous probability space. This approach maintains the model size but on the other hand introduces nonlinearities and computational difficulties to the problem. The other approach is the scenario-based approach where the random space is considered as discrete events. The main disadvantage of this approach is the substantial increase in computational requirements with an increase in the number ofuncertain parameters. The discrete distribution with a finite number K of possible... [Pg.183]

The real symmetry of laumontite was debated for a long time. Its structure, in fact, has been refined in the space groups Cm [53], C2 [54], and C2/m [55], the latter now considered as the most probable space group. [Pg.115]

Lewis Carroll proposed a solution that did not satisfy some of modern scientists. There exists a lot of attempts to improve the problem statement (Eisenberg and Sullivan, 1996 Falk and Samuel-Cahn, 2001 Guy, 1993 Portnoy, 1994) reduction from infinite plane to a bounded set, to a compact symmetric space, etc. But the elimination of paradox destroys the essence of Carroll s problem. If we follow the paradox and try to give a meaning to "points are taken at random on an infinite plane" then we replace cr-additivity of the probability measure by finite-additivity and come to the applied probability theory for finite-additive probabilities. Of course, this theory for abstract probability spaces would be too poor, and some additional geometric and algebraic structures are necessary to build rich enough theory. [Pg.109]

Single crystal x-ray diffraction techniques were used to elucidate the structures of Li4RhH4 and Li4RhH5 (11). The unit cell of Li4RhH4 was found to be tetragonal with a = 6.338 A and c = 4.113 A, with a probable space group of /4/m. The density was 2.707 g/cm3, consistent with two formula units per... [Pg.375]

Menger started with a probability distribution function rather than with random variables. This is related to the fact that the outcome of any series of measurements of the values of a nondeterministic quantity is a distribution function and the probability space is in principle unobservable. This point of view indicates a nonclassical behvior. [Pg.612]

The paths D, J, and K are events unrelated to Z if the traveller chooses these paths she or he would never reach the destination point B. The events are not favorable to the occurrence ofZ. All the events both favorable and not favorable to the occurrence of a given event, such as Z, constitute an event space of a particular domain. This particular domain space is called a probability space. [Pg.97]

In the previous formula, event is synonymous with unit event. Unit events are also called outcomes. Probability values are referred to the total number of unit events or outcomes in the probability space, which would be the denominator of the above equation. As shown, however, the denominator of the above probability is referred to N(B). N(B) is smaller than the total number of unit events in the domain space thus, it is called a reduced probability space. Because the reference probabihty space is that of B and because N A n B) is equal to the number of unit events of A in the intersection, the previous equation is caUed the conditional probability of A with respect to B designated as Prob A B), or... [Pg.98]

Let f designate the total number of unit events in the domain probability space in which event A is a part as well as event B is a part. Divide the numerator and the denominator of the above equation by f. Thus,... [Pg.98]

In principle, to determine the probability of occurrence of a certain event, the experiment to determine the total number of unit events or outcomes for the probability space should be performed. Then the probability of occurrence of the event is equal to the number of unit events favorable to the event divided by the total possible number of unit events. If the number of unit events favorable to the given event is q and the total possible number of unit events in the probability space is the probability of the event, ProbiE), is... [Pg.99]

Intersection—The probability space containing events from one or more events happening at the same time. [Pg.137]

Probability space—The domain of all outcomes both favorable and not favorable to the occurrence of an event. [Pg.138]

Reduced probability space—The probability space that is a subset of some larger probability space. [Pg.138]

Union—The probability space containing outcomes from events not occurring at the same time. [Pg.138]

Total number of outcomes in a probability space total number of elements in moving average calcnlations... [Pg.138]

Table 1. X-ray powder data (Cu Ka radiation, Ni filter) for 02Rhp6, cubic cell (probable space group, la3, No. 206) with a= 10.17(1) A, V = 1051(4) A , Z = 8. Table 1. X-ray powder data (Cu Ka radiation, Ni filter) for 02Rhp6, cubic cell (probable space group, la3, No. 206) with a= 10.17(1) A, V = 1051(4) A , Z = 8.
Abstract—The noble-meial tetrafluorides IrFj, RhF4 and Pdp4 have been synthesized. All three fluorides are isostructural with PtF4 the unit cells being face centred orthorhombic, Z = 8, (probable space Fdd2) with the following parameters ... [Pg.320]


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