Chapter 324 Everyone is horrified! Bruce never stops! The future of physics must be unification!
The second blues conference, compared to the first, seemed a bit dull.
After Li Qiwei finished teaching the general theory of relativity, there were very few questions.
Unlike previous meetings, the big guys were at loggerheads and you asked and I answered.
It looks extremely exciting. Every second is a collision of inspiration and a confrontation of wisdom.
But all this has a premise.
That is, the level of both parties must be at the same level and cannot be too far apart.
You can't let a primary school student communicate effectively with a university professor.
Be it the original quantum theory or the special theory of relativity.
Their difficulty lies not in the mathematics, but in the physical ideas and intuition contained within them.
These are the same issues that the big guys are arguing about.
Although Li Qiwei is ahead of everyone, in these theories, there is no qualitative difference in the level of everyone.
However, once the general theory of relativity came out, the situation changed.
Li Qiwei is now leading everyone by a cliff.
His broad vision is based on powerful mathematical logic.
Almost as indestructible as Euclidean geometry.
If someone can find a problem with general relativity in the same way that Riemannian geometry complements Euclidean geometry, that would be awesome.
But unfortunately, the big guys present did not think that such a person would exist.
That is absolutely impossible.
General relativity is impeccable from any angle.
So, the big guys really have no problem.
Because the paper has been written in great detail.
From the shortcomings of special relativity, to the proposal of the basic principles of general phase, to Riemannian geometry and field equations.
Every step Li Qiwei takes stands the test.
A great example of the perfect combination of general relativity with physical ideas and mathematical forms.
Worth learning for everyone.
This is the awesomeness of general relativity.
When other theories come out, there are a lot of doubts, especially quantum theory and special relativity.
As for Guangxiang, no one can question it, they can only choose to believe it or not.
In real history, the Swedish Physics Nobel Committee chose not to believe it, so it did not award the Nobel Prize to Xiang Guang.
They did not think that Guangxiang was wrong.
Just plain disbelief.
Because it’s so incredible.
In this life, because of Li Qiwei's existence, more people are willing to believe in Guangxiang.
When light bending is verified, more people will definitely believe it.
Li Qiwei is very confident that he will bring Guangxiang to the heights it deserves.
After listening to Li Qiwei’s report on the Prime Minister, everyone present looked intoxicated.
This theory is so perfect.
Sounds like a real treat.
Everyone suddenly thought of a strange question.
None of them, the authorities in the field of physics, can question the general theory of relativity.
So on the third day of the open conference, how will people from other disciplines question it?
Everyone has a sense of absurdity.
The more ignorant a person is, the more angles and reasons they have to question Guangxiang.
"Bruce isn't going to start a war of words, is he?"
"I feel like some philosophers will ask, where does Guangxiang come from?"
Many big shots showed expectant expressions.
They wanted to see how Bruce, who is known for his sharpness, would deal with the problems of big men in other fields.
Now, after introducing the general theory of relativity, Ridgway continues with the second part.
“Next, I would like to talk about my views on the future of modern physics.”
"The theme of today's conference is relativity and quantum theory."
"From a theoretical point of view, the theory of relativity is mature, and what is left are various supplements to its details."
"In a narrow sense The theory of relativity shows that space and time are one and relative. "
"Every moving object has its own space and time."
"The general theory of relativity proves it. The relationship between matter and space-time.”
"Matter bends space-time, and space-time affects the movement of matter."
"Whether it is special relativity or general relativity, they describe the entire macroscopic world."
"And quantum theory It is a theory that describes the microscopic world."
"I once told Bohr, don't be proud. The current quantum theory is actually the original special theory of relativity."
"It is just a theory of relativity. It’s just a link in a larger theoretical framework.”
"The biggest problem with quantum theory is that the objects it studies cannot be directly observed by us."
"The macroscopic phenomena of gravity, space-time, and matter studied by the theory of relativity are very convenient to observe."
“Everything we know about atoms is through indirect means.”
“The disadvantage of this approach is that we will lose a lot of important and true information.”
“Therefore, in the next stage, the most important thing in physics should be to perfect quantum theory.”
"Refer to the theory of relativity and deduce the existing quantum theory from the most basic principles."
Wow!
After Li Qiwei finished talking about the problem of quantum theory, everyone present except Bohr was shocked beyond measure.
His words revealed two meanings.
First, the theory of relativity has been ended by me, Bruce, so you don’t have to worry about it.
Second, quantum theory is not complete yet. You can try to study it. I have provided directions.
So domineering, yet so convincing.
The big boss present showed a bitter look.
Living in the same era as Bruce is both lucky and unfortunate.
However, soon, they regained their fighting spirit.
Laue said excitedly: "Professor Bruce, is this the future of modern physics in your opinion?"
"The two pillars of modern physics, the theory of relativity, have been completed, and the rest is quantum theory."
“Once quantum theory is the same as general relativity, it will break through again.”
“Does it mean that modern physics will be the same as classical physics, complete?”
"Maybe then, Professor Bruce, you will give a speech on the two dark clouds of modern physics."
"For example, one is a field and the other is a force."
"What is their essence."
Laue's words made everyone laugh.
If what Bruce said is true, then this seems to be the development trend.
Classical physics has three pillars, and modern physics has two pillars.
"After the two pillars of modern physics are completed, it should be the time when physics truly ends."
"I really hope to see that kind of prosperous age, when human beings understand all the secrets of the universe."
The older generation of big guys began to imagine, looking forward to the beautiful scenery at the end of physics.
However, after listening to Laue's words, Li Qiwei just shook his head slightly, with a smile of unknown meaning on his lips.
Laue suddenly felt bad.
Professor Bruce in this state, according to Senior Wilson, usually starts to show off.
The longer you laugh, the bigger your pretense becomes.
At this time, everyone gradually discovered something strange about Li Qiwei.
“Isn’t this the future of modern physics?”
Li Qiwei said with a smile: “Laue, don’t worry, I won’t give you a chance to make a bet with me. ”
Everyone smiled knowingly.
Li Qiwei said seriously: "If quantum theory and relativity theory are the same, both are perfected."
"Then we can say."
At this point, Li Qiwei paused deliberately For a moment.
All the big guys present held their breath.
What earth-shattering remarks will the world-leading physicist in front of me make?
Li Qiwei's eyes slowly swept over everyone.
Then he said word for word: "Modern physics has just begun!"
Boom!
The words just fell.
A gasp of air instantly sounded in the room.
Then the silence was terrifying.
Everyone was instantly petrified.
Incredible!
Unbelievable!
Gangplank raised his arms with difficulty and rubbed his eyes.
Why does this scene look so familiar?
Could it be that history is repeating itself?
Planck still clearly remembers the speech in 1900.
A stubborn and confident young Chinese man is not timid when facing Lord Kelvin.
He shouted domineeringly: "Physics has just begun!" which also shocked everyone.
Planck was sitting in the crowd.
The shock that those words brought to him was no less than the creation of the world.
Twelve years have passed in the blink of an eye.
The young people at that time have grown into super giants in the field of physics.
Far beyond Lord Kelvin.
But he never changed.
The blues of 1900 and the blues of today, in Planck's eyes, gradually overlap and become complete.
He has been climbing to the top of physics.
Never stop!
Even now he has achieved so much.
He is the founder of the two pillars of modern physics.
He and Planck jointly proposed the quantum concept and guided Bohr to propose the quantized orbital model.
Faced with doubts, he took action domineeringly, completed two additional quantum numbers, and proposed a probabilistic explanation, which shocked the physics community.
After he and Einstein jointly proposed the special theory of relativity, they were not content with this.
After ten years of patience and accumulation, the general theory of relativity shocked the world.
The simplest basis is that he cooperates with others.
But the most difficult deepening was undertaken by him alone.
He defined modern physics and opened its curtain with his own hands.
Countless geniuses were born as a result.
Modern physics has exploded with brilliant results.
Even the big guys present believe that once quantum theory is completed, modern physics should be almost the same.
Further, physics is almost over.
Lord Kelvin's dream is about to come true.
However, all of this was torn to pieces because of Bruce's words.
Modern physics has just begun.
Laue was so surprised that he was speechless at this moment.
He was just joking.
“Oh God, modern physics has achieved greater results than classical physics.”
"Is it just the beginning?"
"The theory of relativity corrects Newtonian mechanics and correctly understands the constant speed of light and the nature of gravity."
"Quantum theory completes the rules of the microscopic world. They are very different from the theory of relativity, and each controls half of physics."
"They are already so perfect, how can they just start?"
The shock in Laue's heart at this moment is simply greater than the first. The first time I saw general relativity was even stronger.
The other big guys feel similar to him.
Bruce’s remarks are really unbelievable.
The earth-shattering, perfect and shocking results in the eyes of ordinary people are actually just the starting point in the eyes of the other party.
Is his starting point so strong?
At this moment, everyone had a deeper understanding of the starting point.
Bohr and Qian Wushi looked at Li Qiwei with admiration.
“Is this the strength of the professor?”
“It’s ridiculous that I studied for a Ph.D. with the professor for two and a half years, and I thought I learned one-tenth of what he learned.”
"It seems now that I didn't even learn one percent."
"The professor is as unfathomable as the sea."
Bohr originally thought that the quantum theory needed to be supplemented, but it was already shocking enough.
At that time, he told Auster that Professor Bruce’s general theory of relativity was a stage goal, not the end point.
Professor Bruce will definitely reach a higher level.
But he never thought this would be the starting point, it was just the beginning.
All this exceeded Bohr's imagination.
While everyone was still in surprise and shock, Einstein in the back row had a breathtaking light in his eyes.
He was shaking all over, and there seemed to be a fire burning in his chest.
“I knew it. I knew it”
“How could Bruce be so easily satisfied.”
“The world says Professor Bruce will have nothing to do in the future.”< br>
"Because the theory of physics has come to an end."
"He fulfilled the prediction at the first Bruce Conference."
"The theory of relativity and quantum theory have really become the foundation of modern physics. Pillar."
"But everything has just begun."
No one can describe Einstein's excitement at this moment.
He has always regarded Ridgway as his lifelong goal.
Keep chasing, just to keep up with the man.
Special relativity was the closest he got to Bruce.
At that time, he was very high-spirited and published several blockbuster papers.
Einstein felt that he had reached his peak.
However, as soon as Guangxiang appeared, everything in the world became eclipsed.
When Einstein faced the Prime Minister, he was no different from Professor Keyes.
Under the general appearance, all are ants.
That was Einstein’s darkest moment.
He was really happy for Li Qiwei.
But I feel endless sadness for myself.
No one can understand this kind of contradictory feeling.
Now, however, Einstein finally saw a new opportunity.
He secretly clenched his fists.
"Bruce, this time, I won't be left behind again."
Soon, everyone recovered from the shock, with different expressions.
Madame Curie has beautiful eyes.
"Irena will definitely become my pride by following Bruce in the future."
Rutherford was nervous.
“It seems that my nuclear research will be accelerated, otherwise I won’t even be able to see Bruce’s back.”
Planck, Thomson, Lorenz, etc.: "Let's just be mascots from now on and just applaud these guys."
Moseley: "Next time, if Professor Bruce comes again If you invite me, you won't even come. It's embarrassing to sit here. I don't deserve it."
Michelson and Millikan: "The excitement is all theirs, and we have nothing in the United States."
Although everyone had different thoughts, no one doubted what Li Qiwei said.
He said it was just the beginning, so it absolutely was.
Laue took a deep breath and asked nervously: "Professor Bruce, can you tell us in advance."
"Since modern physics has just begun."
"Then Is there an end to physics, and what will it be?”
“This way we will be mentally prepared and know which direction to work towards.”
“Just like the first Bruce Conference.”
At this moment, everyone's eyes were focused on Li Qiwei.
Laue's question is also what they want to ask the most.
They desperately want to know.
What is the future or end point of modern physics?
Can it really be achieved?
Facing the expectant eyes of Laue and everyone, Li Qiwei sighed softly.
This sigh contains too many complicated emotions.
Memories of future generations, experiences of this life.
All the glory in the field of physics, his lifelong dream lies in it.
Laue felt it, and so did everyone else.
At this moment, Bruce does not look like a young man, but a great wise man who has experienced many vicissitudes of life.
Physics seems to be embodied in him.
Li Qiwei's momentum suddenly changed. He was no longer hesitant, but filled with endless fighting spirit.
He spoke.
The tone is firm and confident.
The figure is tall and straight.
“The future of physics is unification.”
“It must and can only be unification!”
“Anything that hinders unification is a wrong theory.”
“Anything that supports reunification is a correct attempt.”
boom!
Batian Jedi’s words horrified everyone present.
Everyone was shocked and opened their mouths wide with disbelief on their faces.
The future of physics is unity?
(End of this chapter)