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Area of Science:

  • Statistical Mechanics
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Computational Physics

Background:

  • The two-dimensional (2D) Potts model is a fundamental model in statistical mechanics.
  • Understanding its nonequilibrium dynamics is crucial for phase transitions and complex systems.
  • Previous studies suggested metastability in the 2D Potts model.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the nonequilibrium dynamics of the 2D Potts model after a quench.
  • To determine the conditions for a stationary regime below the discontinuous transition.
  • To clarify the role of metastability and finite-size effects.

Main Methods:

  • Numerical simulations were performed on systems with varying sizes (q=12, 24, 48).
  • The study focused on the dynamics after a quench below the critical temperature.
  • Results were compared with analytical continuation of free energy calculations.

Main Results:

  • A stationary regime was observed below the temperature-driven transition.
  • The temperature interval for this regime decreases with system size and increases with q.
  • Dynamical results align with analytical predictions.

Conclusions:

  • Metastability in the 2D Potts model is confirmed to be a finite-size effect.
  • The observed stationary regime provides insights into nonequilibrium phenomena.
  • The findings reconcile dynamical simulations with theoretical predictions.