Previous simulations of a self-avoiding, closed random surface with restricted topology (without handles) on a three-dimensional lattice have shown that its behavior on long length scales is consistent with that of a branched-polymer. It is shown analytically that such a surface with an unrestricted number of handles has a qualitatively different geometry and therefore is in a different universality class. The effect of a net external pressure is to suppress the handles and collapse the surface into a branched polymer-like configuration. Topology is thus shown to be a key factor in determining the universality class of the system.

Geometry, topology, and universality of random surfaces.

MARITAN, AMOS;STELLA, ATTILIO
1991

Abstract

Previous simulations of a self-avoiding, closed random surface with restricted topology (without handles) on a three-dimensional lattice have shown that its behavior on long length scales is consistent with that of a branched-polymer. It is shown analytically that such a surface with an unrestricted number of handles has a qualitatively different geometry and therefore is in a different universality class. The effect of a net external pressure is to suppress the handles and collapse the surface into a branched polymer-like configuration. Topology is thus shown to be a key factor in determining the universality class of the system.
1991
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