Chapter 274 The world of physics is in turmoil! The first challenge to Bohr's theory!
Bohr’s quantized atomic model is like a trumpet sound, blowing the prelude to the charge of modern physics.
The top physicists in the world all feel that the storm is coming.
Physics is about to completely change!
Different from the results of Laue, Bragg, Qian Wushi and others, the Bohr model is more important to physics.
It may even be the theoretical basis for the rest of the results.
Just like the physical discoveries of various electromagnetic phenomena, they are all derivatives of Maxwell's equations.
The Bohr model already has this potential.
According to the predictions at the first Bruce Conference, atomic research required a completely new set of physical theories.
Bruce predicted that quantum theory would become a suitable theory for atoms.
Turns out, he was right again.
His disciple Bohr creatively applied quantum concepts to electron orbits, solving the defects of the planetary model in one fell swoop.
And the Bohr model is a theoretical framework, not an experimental phenomenon.
With theories, physicists can do more expanded things.
For a time, Bohr became famous.
He went from an ordinary doctoral student to one of the hottest physics celebrities at present.
A young man of only 26 years old, he is as talented as his mentor.
Some people even compare the Bohr model with the special theory of relativity.
It is believed that they will each open a new era of physics.
In Germany, the Physical Society held a meeting on Bohr's paper and invited almost all scholars in Germany.
The distinguished seniors who participated in the meeting include: Röntgen, Planck, Braun, Wien, Nernst, and Sommerfeld.
At the same time, the younger generation of German physicists were also present.
Among them are Laue and Born, as well as Stark, Frank, G. Hertz (Hertz’s nephew), Ehrenfest and other outstanding figures.
In addition to their own excellence, both of them are also young people who have been personally invited by Bruce.
As for Bruce's vision, there is no longer any controversy in the physics community today.
As the meeting was about to begin, Laue suddenly saw a person next to him who seemed to be drawing star orbits.
So, he smiled and said: "Hello, my name is Laue. The pictures you drew are very beautiful. Do you like astronomy?"
The man was stunned and replied: " Hello, my name is Schwarzschild. "
" Laue, I know you are the genius who proved the nature of X-rays. Your experiments are very beautiful. "
Laue said in his heart. I was very happy, but said shyly: "Schwarzschild, you have given me the award, I am nothing compared to Bohr."
Schwarzschild smiled softly.
Soon, the two of them stopped talking, and the meeting began.
As representatives of the German physics community, Röntgen and Planck have unparalleled prestige in the country.
Even Braun, who shared the Nobel Prize in Physics with Marconi, cannot compare.
At this moment, both big guys were full of praise for the Bohr model.
It is believed that it will surely start a new upsurge in atomic research.
Planck also said: "At the first Bruce Conference, Bruce once analyzed that the core of modern physics is the study of atoms."
"X-rays, radioactivity, spectral phenomena, etc. , the essence of these physical phenomena is related to the internal activities of atoms."
"Although Germany leads the world in the research of X-rays and spectroscopy,"
"I hope you will not. Proud, because our current research results are not the essence, but the appearance.”
“For example, what is the mechanism of X-ray generation?”
“What is the discrete mechanism of spectroscopy?”
“And all of this will most likely be answered in the Bohr model. ."
"Of course, I am not asking everyone to abandon their original topic and study the Bohr model instead."
"After all, it was published by Bruce's student, Cavendish. The school’s foundation is too deep.”
"A big monster with a little monster, ordinary people can't compare."
Planck's humorous metaphor made everyone in the venue laugh.
Only he, Professor Bruce's mentor, can tease the other person like this.
At this time, Mr. Röntgen continued: "We are all old in this generation."
"In terms of research ability, Laue, Born and others present are much better than us. “More.”
“So next, the future of German physics will depend on you to create it.”
“Always learn the most cutting-edge results and use them for your own use.”
“This is the most important thing. In good times, everyone has a chance."
"But we will still silently support you behind the scenes."
"We old guys. Still very vocal.”
After Sommerfeld watched the two seniors finish speaking, he smiled and said: "However, I think we should treat it calmly."
"I read Bohr's paper carefully."
"Although his model is amazing, it is just a theory after all, without any experimental verification."
"This may also be an opportunity for us."
"Just like Millikan in the United States. , experimentally proved that Bruce’s photoelectric effect is the same.”
"If a new theory wants to gain a firm foothold and gain recognition, it must be accompanied by many experiments."
"And this is the strength of our Germany."
Röntgen, Planck, etc. The boss nodded with satisfaction, Sommerfeld said it well.
Germany is truly unparalleled in precision instruments and experiments.
Sommerfeld’s words brought confidence to the younger generation.
We are all young people, extremely confident and unwilling to admit defeat.
Even if you are envious on the surface, you must be thinking about transcendence in your heart. In France, several big guys also gathered together. They haven't been together for a long time.
Becquerel, Lippmann, Perrin, Marie Curie, Langevin.
It can be seen from the number of people that there is still a big gap between the French physics community and the German physics community.
Although there have been world-renowned female scientists like Marie Curie, their background is still poor.
Of course, De Broglie is still in college at the moment and is an unknown young man.
Madame Curie laughed softly: "I never thought that Bruce would be overthrown one day."
"I still remember how confident he looked in various meetings."
“That kind of arrogant aura, it seems that no one can compare with him.”
"When I see him again at the next meeting, I must ask him how he feels?"
Now Li Qiwei is not only Madame Curie's friend, but also her boss, helping her solve life problems.
So Madame Curie was very grateful to Li Qiwei.
Langzhiwan looked at Madame Curie with a smile, and then agreed: "I think Bruce should thank Bohr instead."
"Although Bohr improved the planetary model, It is a strong proof of the correctness of quantum theory.”
"The planetary model is just Bruce's doctoral work, a small achievement not worth mentioning."
"Quantum theory is his core theory."
"However, they Cavendish The school of thought is really fun. You should first deny your own teacher when you debut.”
Everyone burst into laughter after hearing Lang Zhiwan’s words.
At this time, Lippmann said: "Hey, no matter what, the next physics center is probably in the UK again."
"The United Kingdom and Germany, these two countries have almost taken over all the achievements in physics, which is enviable."
Becquerel also sighed: "I have a deep hunch that modern physics is no longer what we are. It’s time for physics.”
“It needs to break all conventional concepts.”
“From this perspective, youth is an advantage.”
After speaking, he looked at Lang Zhivin and said: "You and Mary have more opportunities than us and can bring out more innovative students."
Lang Zhiwan was solemn, and he suddenly felt a sense of mission.
Recently, he has also been seriously training Maurice De Broglie and others.
As for the other party’s younger brother, Louis de Broglie, Lang Zhivin had met him once, and his thinking was indeed very bold.
However, Lang Zhiwan didn't think there was anything special about the other party. He had studied history before. Although he had recently switched to science, his foundation in physics was too poor.
At this moment, Europe's Germany and France, as old physics powers, are agitated because of the Bohr model.
In addition, Dutch tycoons such as Lorenz, Zeeman, van der Waals, and Onnes also met privately to discuss.
As for Einstein in Switzerland, he was relatively lonely.
His strength is unrivaled in Switzerland, and there is not even anyone with whom he can communicate.
Einstein wanted to leave.
With his current achievements, he can find a good job in almost all universities in the world.
In real history, Einstein was invited by Planck to become a physics professor in Germany.
Now, when he has nothing to do, he likes to write to Li Qiwei and tell him that he has another good idea.
The Bohr model made Einstein very excited. He thought it was an incredible achievement.
He suggested that Li Qiwei hold another conference specifically on the Bohr model, which could be regarded as a continuation of the first quantum theory conference.
At this moment, the eyes of the whole world are focused on Britain, on Li Qiwei and Bohr.
The day after Bohr's paper was published, almost all British physicists sent congratulations.
Lord Rayleigh, Thomson, Rutherford, Wilson, Richardson, Old Bragg, Bachla and others were all happy for Bohr.
Of course, the main reason is Li Qiwei.
Bohr was Li Qiwei's student, and this level of status is already comparable to countless honors.
Although everyone joked privately that Bruce was "rewarded for evil", he was finally overthrown by his own students.
But all physicists know that Bohr did not overthrow his mentor, but carried forward his theory.
Use the tutor's quantum theory to improve the tutor's planetary model.
It can be said that Bohr's achievements are based on Li Qiwei's profound foundation.
The object of everyone's discussion, Bohr, who is at the center of the storm, is in high spirits at the moment.
He is now walking on the campus of King's College and often encounters greetings from fans.
Chris, Gregory, and Yu Yin were even more envious.
Now Qian Wushi, Qian Huzhou, Deng Huaining, and Bohr have all met the requirements for doctoral graduation.
There are only three of them, and there is not much progress so far, and they are trembling nervously.
Bohr smiled and comforted the three, saying not to worry, he would take action.
The three of them wanted to beat up Bohr.
As everyone knows, although Bohr was pretending, he happened to be right.
Soon the research of the three of them will be connected with Bohr's theory.
Now, Bohr is preparing to discuss matters with Li Qiwei.
Because his theory encountered its first challenge.
The younger generation of physicists, led by Laue, published a public document hoping that Bohr could deepen his theory and use it to solve practical problems.
This is not to question Bohr's model, but that everyone hopes it will become a mature theory.
Even so, Bohr felt the pressure.
At this moment, he understood how difficult it was for Professor Bruce to propose quantum theory.
(End of this chapter)