Chapter 384 The competition begins! The divine title suddenly appeared! The geniuses are confused! What the hell is this question!
Li Qiwei’s question successfully shocked the group leaders from all over the world.
For the first time, everyone discovered that the exam questions can still be produced like this.
Especially the last question, its ingenuity and innovation are impressive.
Soon, everyone began to discuss heatedly.
Except for the third theoretical question, the other four questions have also been modified to varying degrees.
This modification ensures that the questions are completely new and no one can cheat.
A competition of this level, the International Physics Competition, has very high requirements for fairness.
So from now on, the team leaders can no longer meet with their team members.
In the next few days, everyone will discuss the scoring criteria for the questions and other content.
At the same time, contestants from various countries mingled together.
Although Compton and de Broglie are in the delegation, they are not qualified to participate in the topic review meeting.
Since they were not much different in age from the students, they quickly became familiar with everyone.
These days, Wu Youxun and others, as students from the host country, took contestants from other countries to visit the City of Science.
“You see, the City of Science has changed a lot now.”
"That building is where we will take the exam next."
Everyone looked towards where Wu Youxun pointed, and a five-story small building rose from the ground, magnificent.
Looking around, there are various buildings built everywhere on the foundation of the current City of Science.
As the only girl in the crowd, Irena is full of curiosity about everything.
“Wu, what are these buildings intended for?”
Wu Youxun was calm and calm when facing the theory of relativity, but when he saw Irena, he instantly became intimidated.
Zhu Gusheng's aura was completely exposed.
He said slightly shyly:
"Miss Irena, I don't know this either."
"Us students can't come here often."
"But it is said that these buildings are exquisite."
"The principal, oh, Professor Bruce, said that the city of science is different from ordinary cities."
"It needs to be done It requires detailed planning.”
“I guess these different buildings should be different laboratories.”
“After all, the physics laboratory and the biology laboratory may be different. There are big differences in building construction.”
Irena nodded in understanding.
She can probably understand a little bit.
Irena helped her mother, Marie Curie, conduct experiments a long time ago.
In terms of operational experience, she may be the most experienced among the many players present.
Of course, this does not mean that her experimental part must be the first.
After all, all she could do at that time was some simple jobs.
But no matter what, she has a concept about experiments.
For example, in a chemistry laboratory, there must be many toxic reagents.
Then the discharge of these reagents needs to be carefully considered to avoid contaminating water sources and land.
Compton looked at the scene in front of him and suddenly sighed:
"It is said that Chinese people are best at construction."
"I have witnessed it with my own eyes today."
"It should only have been about two and a half years since Professor Bruce started construction. ."
"I didn't expect that the entire city's framework has been completed."
"I really have to admire the wisdom and diligence of the Chinese people."
Compton's words made Wu Youxun and other Chinese students very happy.
After all, if a foreigner praises his country in public, everyone will be happy to hear it.
Wu Youxun couldn't help but look at this handsome American guy and had a good impression of him.
The other party has a PhD from Princeton University in the United States and will graduate this year.
This kind of academic qualifications is simply the best among the best in China.
The most important thing is that Compton has a very good temper.
He is not arrogant at all and looks down on undergraduates like them.
On the contrary, like a big brother, he taught everyone the experience of studying for a doctoral degree.
It also focused on analyzing the specific situation of American Ph.D.s, allowing Ye Qisun and others to have a deeper understanding of foreign countries.
At this time, Wu Youxun smiled and asked:
"Mr. Compton, I heard that you chose the physics major because you were influenced by Professor Bruce, right?"
Hearing this, Compton smiled on his face and said:
"Haha, that's it."
"At that time, Professor Bruce went to Princeton to give a lecture, which caused a huge sensation."
"All students in the field of natural sciences worshiped Professor Bruce crazily. ”
"Of course I am no exception."
"I'm sorry that you missed that speech."
"In my heart, that was the speech that changed my destiny."< br>
Everyone was attracted by the conversation between Compton and Wu Youxun.
Anything involving Professor Bruce is what these geniuses here care about most.
Because everyone’s goal is to one day be qualified to discuss academic matters with Professor Bruce.
Now, in the eyes of others, they are unique geniuses.
But to Professor Bruce, they are no different from other ordinary students.
Just like to a great dragon flying in the sky, what is the difference between a strong ant on the ground and a weak ant on the ground.
Wu Youxun said: "Yes, I have watched Professor Bruce's lecture so many times."
"Every time I watch it, I have a new experience."
"So Mr. Compton, is there any connection between that speech and the research direction chosen by your doctor?"
Compton He smiled and said: "Haha, I know, you must want to ask me why I chose a very unpopular topic, right."
When he was chatting with everyone just now, he accidentally mentioned the content of his research.
Wu Youxun doesn’t quite understand why.
Compton looked at everyone and said:
"Yes, the topic I study is the wave-particle duality of light."
"Since Professor Bruce proposed this concept in 1901, , it has been 15 years.”
“But no one can strictly prove this hypothesis”
“Although the photoelectric effect can indirectly explain some of the particle properties of light.”< br>
"But it is not a rigorous experimental proof."
Wow!
Everyone was shocked.
Some people actually choose to study the wave-particle duality of light.
That is a hugely difficult subject.
Irena said: "Professor Bruce even believes that light quantum has momentum."
"This is the most incomprehensible."
"Because momentum is completely a property of particles."< br>
“Light is obviously a kind of wave, how can it have the momentum property that only particles have?”
Everyone present is the best among undergraduates.
We also have a basic understanding of this frontier direction of physics.
It is because of their understanding that they can understand the awesomeness of Compton.
Wu Youxun then said: "Mr. Compton, I really admire your courage."
"Choosing such a difficult topic means you are destined to face countless difficulties."
< br>Compton smiled and said: "Haha, don't think too much of me."
“Actually, there is another reason why I chose this topic.”
“That is the low competitive pressure.”
“You should know that the hottest research direction in the field of physics now should be It’s relativity and quantum theory.”
“Oh, we also have to add atomic structure.”
“But because of its popularity, there are so many people studying it.”
"As a result, these two fields are filled with great masters."
"Let me ask, in the field of quantum theory, who can compare with Professor Bohr?"
"Rather than in this kind of track? To compete with the big guys, it is better to find a direction that is both famous and less researched.”
“The wave-particle duality of light is my choice after careful selection.”
After Compton finished speaking, all the juniors and girls present cried out in their hearts: “F*ck.”
Damn, you are too scheming.
As expected, those who engage in physics are all human beings.
I will never rush forward without thinking.
As we all know, there are three hot topics in physics now.
In the theory of relativity, Professor Bruce is unparalleled.
In quantum theory, Professor Bruce and Professor Bohr are the best.
Atomic structure, Professor Rutherford suppresses everything.
Anyone who studies these three directions must live in the shadow of these three great gods.
Although the geniuses present are confident, they are definitely not confident enough to compete with the great gods.
But now, Compton has taken a different approach and discovered a niche track.
But although it is niche, if there is a breakthrough, it will definitely be of Nobel Prize level.
Once the wave-particle duality of light is truly proven.
It will allow physicists to re-understand the whole world.
Because no one can imagine what it is like for something to be both a wave and a particle.
At this moment, Wu Youxun became very interested in Compton.
During this time, he studied in depth the theory of relativity and quantum theory.
Although it is shocking, Wu Youxun has to admit that these two theories are simply inhuman.
He calls himself a genius, and he is determined to win the championship in this physics competition.
But facing Li Qiwei and Bohr, he could only surrender.
When the strength gap reaches a certain level, any efforts are useless.
Once upon a time, Wu Youxun was confused.
He felt that his future would never escape the shadow of the principal.
But now, he saw hope.
He was very interested in Compton's subject.
"Mr. Compton, I think we can communicate more in the future."
Compton smiled and said: "You are very welcome, Wu."
"I hope you can come to the United States to study in the future, so that we can discuss this issue together."
"Professor Bruce and We have a good relationship with Professor Michelson in the United States.”
“Both of them hope to strengthen academic exchanges between the two countries.”
Wu Youxun said: “Yes.”
"Professor Bruce encourages us Chinese students to study abroad."
"He said that only by communicating more can we broaden our horizons."
Compton clapped his hands.
"Professor Bruce is so right."
"I am worried that no one will discuss it with me."
Wu Youxun smiled and said: "It's a deal."
"After I graduate, I will apply to study and exchange in the United States."
At this time, De Broglie, who had been silent, spoke.
"Compton, I am also very interested in the wave-particle duality of light."
"We can communicate together when we have time."
"I came this time and wanted to ask Professor Bruce some questions."
Compton readily agreed.
"Of course it's good. I didn't expect that I could find two like-minded people on this subject."
"Haha, after the competition is over, the three of us can go to Professor Bruce together."
"With Wu here, I think the professor will definitely meet us."
Wu Youxun and others looked at De Broglie with complicated expressions.
They already know each other's identity, which is a very noble noble in France.
If his identity were in China during the Qing Dynasty, everyone present would have to kneel down to talk to de Broglie.
But such a noble person is obsessed with science.
This is completely unimaginable to Wu Youxun, Ye Qisun and others.
"Perhaps this is the reason why Western science leads the world."
At this moment, they realized the difficulty of Principal Li.
He is single-handedly fighting against the best talents in the best countries in the world.
Pull China out of the quagmire and breathe the breath of natural science.
Although there is only a trace of this breath, which is still very weak, there is already the possibility of growth. With this little episode, the relationship between everyone became more harmonious.
Although they each fight for their homeland.
But this does not prevent them from becoming good friends in private and even scientific confidants.
For the next ten days or so, all the contestants were carefree and played as they pleased.
Time flies.
Soon, the game will begin.
As the big brother of everyone, Compton cheered everyone up and said:
“Take the exam boldly, geniuses.”
“This is the time for you to embark on a real journey. A big step forward for scientific research.”
“No matter how well you go, it will be a valuable asset in your life.”
"I wish you all get satisfactory results in the exam."
"Oh, by the way, our American team will definitely take first place this time."
Everyone laughed loudly. laugh.
The tense mood relaxed instantly.
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July 1, 1916, 9 o'clock in the morning.
The first International Physics Olympiad officially started in the City of Science in Borneo.
A total of 80 students from 25 countries and regions around the world competed on the same stage.
Today is the theory test, the test time is 3 hours, from 9 o'clock to 12 o'clock.
July 3rd is the experimental exam.
In order to expand his influence, He Yujie immediately invited well-known newspapers around the world to come for interviews.
They will interview students after the competition to obtain first-hand information.
The third floor of the examination building.
80 students sat at attention and prepared.
Everyone’s expressions were very serious.
No matter how much fun they had before.
Now we have calmed down our emotions and are ready to go all out.
This is not only their own game, but also a game representing the country.
This is a battle of wisdom and a battle of honor.
Geniuses refuse to admit defeat.
Everyone secretly held a breath.
Soon, the invigilator entered the room.
After the election of heads of delegations from various countries, He Yujie, Wilson, Lang Zhiwan, and Einstein became the invigilators for this competition.
The four of them supervise each other and are responsible for the discipline of inspection and the fairness of the game.
Wilson came on stage and said:
"Don't whisper to each other."
"Don't give each other secret signals."
"Any behavior that affects the order of the exam will have your exam qualifications revoked."
" Even in the next competition, your country will not be able to participate.”
“You are all real elites and you should know how to do it.”
It was so quiet in the examination room that you could hear the needle drop.
No one responded, but everyone took the request to heart.
This tense atmosphere instantly made everyone's blood boil.
The competition officially begins!
Soon, the four invigilators distributed the test papers.
They looked at each other, then separated, and continued to move around, performing the task of invigilating the exam.
After Wu Youxun got the paper, he closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and encouraged himself in his heart.
"Wu Youxun, don't be nervous, you are the strongest."
"The Physics Olympiad is just the first step for you to become famous. The future is the real sea of stars."
Then, he slowly opened his eyes and began to browse the questions.
This is his own experience.
Browse through all the content first to have a general idea.
Then you can think about the content while doing it, greatly improving efficiency.
Fortunately, there are only three questions in total.
“The first question, well, it examines basic mechanics.”
“Oh my god, this question is too long and complicated.”
“This question doesn’t take an hour, I’m afraid I can’t solve it.”
“Just looking at the content, I know it will involve a lot of Calculation. "
"This question requires basic skills."
"The second question should be about electromagnetism."
"Hiss!"
"This is too weird."
"I have never seen this kind of electromagnetic field distribution."
"It seems like this The problem requires innovative thinking.”
“We must first find the core angle.”
"However, although the difficulty is very high, it is still within the acceptable range."
"It is probably a bit difficult to get full marks on this question."
Soon, he looked at the third question again, This is also the last question.
“Huh?”
Wu Youxun was surprised in his heart.
“Why does this question only have one sentence?”
“It’s not because the test paper was printed incorrectly.”
Everyone knows that the last question on the test paper is definitely the most difficult.
But where can I go with a one-sentence title?
Wu Youxun did not read the content first, but raised his head slightly and glanced at the others with his peripheral vision.
He found that Ye Qisun, Irena, Lan Che and others all frowned slightly.
But no one said anything.
The invigilators also looked calm and made no movement.
Wu Youxun knew it well.
There is no problem with the test paper.
This is the third answer.
So, his curiosity came.
He looked at the last question and saw that it read:
"Suppose there is an absolutely smooth spherical rigid body with a diameter of R, and how to determine whether it is rotating."
"Please give a detailed analysis process."
Wow!
At that moment, Wu Youxun was stunned.
He even wondered if he was dazzled.
Or maybe this world is fake.
“What the hell?”
"What kind of question is this?"
"Did I think it was too simple?"
However, soon, Wu Youxun also began to frown slightly.
He felt an unusual aura.
“No, the question is not that simple.”
"There is a trap in this question."
"Is it?"
"That's not right, the conventional method won't work."
"What could it be?"
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At this moment, no one knew what Wu Youxun was muttering.
He was already involved in a brainstorm.
Nothing from the outside world has any influence on him.
However, when he thought deeply, he found that there was really no way to start.
However, Wu Youxun became excited instead.
“It’s a divine question, it’s a divine question.”
"I would like to call this question from the principal the strongest."
"It's so clever and so unconstrained."
At this moment, Wu Youxun felt that his blood was boiling.
He knew that the championship of this physics competition depended on this question.
This question is definitely the key to scoring points.
Wu Youxun looked around and saw that everyone had sad faces.
Ye Qisun's pride was shattered to pieces at this moment.
He, a genius in the eyes of his domestic classmates, finally discovered his own insignificance.
He thought that at the undergraduate level, no knowledge would be able to stump him.
Unexpectedly, I was hit in the head right away.
"This question is too weird."
A few drops of fragrant sweat broke out on Irena's pretty face.
“Huh, is this Uncle Bruce’s strength?”
“No wonder he said his doctoral entrance exam would be difficult.”
“I didn’t expect it, just A competition question at the undergraduate level can actually be conceived to this extent.”
"Forget it, I don't have any ideas for the moment, so I'd better finish the first two questions first."
"Not many people can do this third question."
She also raised her head cautiously I looked around and then felt relieved.
Ranche has been very low-key since he came to Borneo.
Because he likes to observe everything silently.
He observed the construction of the City of Science, observed the status of the contestants, and also observed every detail of Li Qiwei.
Ranche admitted in his heart that Professor Bruce indeed exceeded his imagination.
Especially the last question completely broke Ranche’s inherent prejudice against examination-oriented education.
“I thought the education system promoted by Professor Bruce was wrong.”
“Now it seems that I am ignorant and have little knowledge.”
“The topic of this kind of thought experiment is the topic that I like and agree with the most.”
“Because it does not examine dead knowledge or mechanical calculations of formulas.”
“It examines the An in-depth understanding of physical concepts.”
“Obviously, this question takes this idea to the extreme.”
Lan Che has endless curiosity in his heart.
Then, he started directly from the third question!
He felt that if he couldn't solve the third question, it would be meaningless even if he could solve the first two questions.
When Lajia and Fahan saw Ranche's actions, their hearts suddenly became cold.
"No, Brother Ran, don't do it, you want us India to be at the bottom."
Sakura Country player Shinji Komura on the side seemed to hear the tragic shouts of the two.
At this moment, his heart felt cold.
After being taught a lesson by Yoshio Nishina, Nobuji Komura worked hard.
He studied the example questions over and over dozens of times.
However, now, this question is totally out of common sense.
“Baga, now I’m going to be scolded again.”
However, just when many geniuses were scratching their heads and thinking hard.
There are several students in the classroom who are smiling.
It seems that the whole paper is very simple.
Wu Youxun looked closely and found that he was actually a player from the Philippine Fish Frying Team.
He was puzzled.
"Impossible, how can Philippine physics be so strong?"
"Nima, are you setting off smoke bombs?"
"You are obviously weak, but you are pretending to be strong, messing with my mentality .”
At this moment, the Filipino fish fryer was ecstatic.
“Hahahaha!”
"The last question is too easy."
"Now the gap between our Philippine team and European and American teams will be smaller."
"Maybe we can even overtake."
(End of this chapter)