Pressure from the Bigwigs

After listening to Li Qiwei's answer, Marie Curie fell into thought.

As a fellow researcher in physics, she naturally understood that one shouldn't speak too definitively when research results were not yet confirmed.

Moreover, she was fond of Li Qiwei, so she didn't press him for details, asking him what property of the electron couldn't be explained by classical mechanics.

However, his answer was sufficient to resolve her doubts.

Yet, Marie Curie still felt that he was deliberately hiding something. It was a woman's intuition, but it was often accurate.

So, she casually added, "Bruce, I felt like you were hesitating to speak just now. Was there something you wanted to say?"

Li Qiwei was startled. Such a terrifying intuition! He really couldn't afford to offend women, especially female scientists.

He smiled and said, "Yes, Madam, there is indeed something more I wanted to say." He continued:

"In 1895, Professor Röntgen discovered X-rays."

"In 1896, you and your husband, Professor Becquerel, discovered radioactivity."

"In 1899, my senior, Professor Rutherford, based on radioactivity, discovered alpha ray and beta ray."

"So, who among us can tell me what force generates these rays?"

"Gravity? Impossible, the calculations show it's too small. Electromagnetic force? Also incorrect, because X-rays are not charged and have no electromagnetic interaction."

"Although alpha ray is charged, classical electromagnetic theory cannot explain why matter would spontaneously emit rays."

"Therefore, I conclude that there must be a completely new force in nature that governs the generation and properties of these rays."

"Moreover, this force exists within the atom, and Quantum Mechanics is the theory that can explain it."

BOOM!

As soon as he finished speaking, another storm erupted in the hall.

Many people felt like they were listening to a foreign language. Li Qiwei's knowledge was too advanced, so advanced that many professors had no grasp of it.

The lecturers and doctoral students were even more so, almost to the point of despair.

After all, not everyone was a big shot.

Only those at the absolute forefront of physics understood the weight of Li Qiwei's words.

It was truly unbelievable!

Everyone stared intently at him.

If his previous explanation of Quantum Mechanics was still within the realm of acceptance, as it was merely a different research perspective from Newtonian mechanics, Then the assertion of a completely new force shattered everyone's understanding.

Objects fall due to gravity; people fall, lightning, auroras – these are all the work of electromagnetic forces.

Physics had developed for over three hundred years, and humanity had yet to discover a third force.

Now, someone was publicly claiming the existence of a third force, and many believed Li Qiwei had gone mad.

"Does Bruce·Li really think he's the god of physics? He dares to predict a third force without even seeing it," said a professor from Oxford.

"I think he's become arrogant, thinking he's amazing for inventing [Quantum Theory] and is now spouting nonsense," said another Oxford professor.

"Young people truly don't know the immensity of heaven and earth. Are all these physicists present mere fools?" someone asked indignantly.

At this moment, the atmosphere in the hall reached its peak. Even Lord Kelvin forgot to maintain order.

He too was shocked by Li Qiwei's bold declaration. This young man from the Qing Dynasty always loved to drop bombshells, but he possessed a magical confidence that made people believe his ideas.

Marie Curie gazed at Li Qiwei with sparkling eyes, captivated by the theory he described.

Just then, Rayleigh suddenly spoke, "Bruce, you are truly a remarkable young man. No wonder you could invent [Quantum Theory]."

Li Qiwei quickly responded. This was a figure whose seniority was second only to Lord Kelvin, and he was also Thomson's teacher.

Rayleigh continued, "The force you mentioned is still too far off. We don't even understand atoms yet, let alone researching the forces within them."

"After listening to your extensive explanation, there's still one point you haven't convinced me on: besides explaining the second cloud of doom, the blackbody radiation problem, does your [Quantum Theory] have any other evidence?"

Following that, Wien nodded to Rayleigh and said, "The Baron and I, as the discoverers of the blackbody radiation problem, are very fortunate that your genius idea could solve this difficult issue."

"I had a private discussion with Planck, wondering if [Quantum Theory] was just a perfect fit for this problem, like a unique mathematical technique."

"Once we move away from this problem, quantum theory might no longer be applicable. After all, the electron behavior you mentioned hasn't been proven yet."

The statements from these two prominent figures were even sharper, directly hitting the shortcomings of [Quantum Theory].

Many in the audience expressed their agreement. Thomson knew that Rayleigh was testing Li Qiwei.

He feared that if Li Qiwei had too smooth a ride, he might suffer a devastating setback later. Therefore, he wanted to give him a bit of a blow now.

As expected, the true titans of the field seemed to have reached a tacit understanding and began to challenge Li Qiwei.

They were still reeling from the shocking pronouncement about the third force and wanted to rein in this young man.

At this point, Lorentz raised his hand and said, "Bruce, I'm delighted to hear your presentation. This has been my greatest gain recently."

Li Qiwei expressed his gratitude. This was the man behind Einstein, whose Lorentz transformations provided crucial mathematical support for the theory of special relativity.

Lorentz continued, "I apologize for speaking after the Baron and Wien, perhaps interrupting your response."

"That's because my questions are similar to theirs, so I'll ask them together. You can answer for the three of us."

"I've also derived the blackbody radiation energy distribution formula. If a specific mathematical equation is added, the result can encompass the entire spectrum."

"Clearly, a perfect conclusion pieced together like this cannot be considered a true physical theory."

"So, is it possible that your Quantum concept is just a mathematical form similar to mine, just from a different perspective?"

"It's like the difference between angles and radians."

Lorentz's words instantly caused a stir, and the crowd began to whisper amongst themselves.

Clearly, the three physics giants had launched a direct assault, all hitting the core. Everyone believed Li Qiwei would be unable to respond.

Planck looked at Li Qiwei with concern, but his influence was useless in this setting, unlike at the Berlin Physical Society.

Yet, he also knew this was a necessary hurdle for any great physicist.

If he couldn't overcome even this small doubt, his achievements wouldn't be significant.

Therefore, his gaze became firm again, filled with expectation as he looked at Li Qiwei.

In the audience, Einstein and Grossman clasped hands, wishing they could rush forward and bear the pressure for Li Qiwei.

But they also knew that such an action in this setting would embarrass Li Qiwei and the Zurich School.

Wilson also dropped his playful demeanor, his expression unusually serious. He repeatedly called out Li Qiwei's name in his heart, as if trying to transfer all his strength to him.

As for the junior, Chris, this young protégé brought by Li Qiwei, he was currently so overwhelmed he could barely breathe.

Even Professor Keith grew nervous. That young man had once told him light was both wave and particle, but he had never been able to grasp the profundity of that statement.

He will definitely get through this!

Giants like Lord Kelvin, Thomson, Röntgen, and Boltzmann watched calmly, but the subtle twitches of their facial muscles betrayed their inner turmoil. "Bruce, can you create another miracle this time?"

Li Qiwei's expression moved for the first time. His deep eyes slowly swept over everyone present.

Then, with a firm tone, he slowly said, "Since you all want further proof, very well. I will give it to you now."

Boom!

His words struck like thunder, astonishing the entire assembly.

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Guess what Li Qiwei's proof will be?