What are the differences between the microcanonical ensemble and canonical ensemble in statistical mechanics?

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In statistical mechanics, the microcanonical ensemble describes a closed system with fixed energy, volume, and number of particles, while the canonical ensemble describes a system in thermal equilibrium with a heat bath at a constant temperature. The microcanonical ensemble focuses on the exact energy of the system, while the canonical ensemble considers the probability distribution of energy levels.

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