1900: A physics genius wandering around Europe

Chapter 489 The speech is over! The much-anticipated astronomical conference! The era of the universe! Modern cosmology!

All the electrons contained in a drop of water can increase the earth's electric potential by millions of volts.

This extremely counterintuitive phenomenon deeply shocked everyone present.

Although it is impossible for humans to complete this incredible operation with existing technology: to instantly extract all the electrons in a drop of water.

But this pure storm of thought dazzled all scientists.

This is the charm of physics!
Li Qiwei's opening question achieved a sensational effect and strongly attracted everyone.

However, just when everyone thought that this answer was too clever, it consumed all of Professor Bruce's inspiration.

It’s incredible that the other party actually has an answer.

"Oh my God! What's the difference between Professor Bruce's brain and ours?"

"I couldn't even think of one, but he actually had two options."

"And the second one is related to the Astronomy Congress."

"What should I do? I really want to know what method it is!"

Now even Pauli, Fermi and others didn't know.

The various answers just given cover classical kinetic energy, electromagnetic energy, and mass-energy conversion.

They really couldn't think of any other way.

And judging from Professor Bruce's tone, it is also related to astronomy knowledge.

Really strange.

Because astronomy studies huge objects such as celestial bodies.

A drop of water doesn't seem to have anything to do with it.

Pauli murmured:

"Can a drop of water turn into a celestial body?"

Then he shook his head and said self-deprecatingly:
"Pauli, Pauli, don't force me to scold you."

When Pauli gets ruthless, he doesn't even spare himself.

He thought the idea of ​​a drop of water turning into a celestial body was a bit too stupid.

And even if it can, how can it destroy the earth?

If the moon and the earth collided, it would probably completely destroy the latter.

Fermi also thought about it carefully, but still had no clue.

He will graduate with a doctorate this year and officially enter the world of physics research.

At present, he is not familiar with many cutting-edge theories and systems.

However, this actually made him more motivated.

"Next, I must catch up with Professor Bruce's footsteps."

Fermi was arrogant and only regarded Professor Bruce as his rival.

At this moment, everyone was extremely curious.

No one on the field could guess Professor Bruce's second answer.

This further stimulated everyone's interest and enthusiasm.

After all, the answer to electromagnetic energy was completely beyond their expectations.

I think this answer must be wildly imaginative.

Anything produced by Professor Bruce must be a masterpiece!

The astronomy conference has attracted everyone's attention before it even started.

Although they are not qualified to attend, they can know the latest theoretical achievements of the conference.

Physics and astronomy are one family.

Croce smiled and said with emotion:
"Professor Bruce's ability in advertising is simply amazing."

"After today's speech, the first general meeting of the International Astronomical Union will probably become more popular again."

"We in Italy will definitely be able to make a great comeback in the field of science this time."

Vecchio nodded and smiled:
“I hope this speech will give birth to some good scientific seedlings.”

"Professor Bruce has already planted the seeds in their hearts."

"Whether they can grow into towering trees depends on their own efforts and luck."

Croce seemed to have thought of something and sighed:

"Yes."

“The life of a great scientist is definitely not smooth sailing.”

"At least the young people of this era are lucky."

"There is a monument in front of them, which makes everyone full of motivation."

There was another sentence that Vecchio did not continue.

"If the monument is too far away, it is also the misfortune of the young people."

"For the rest of my life, I can only look up at your back."

At this moment, Li Qiwei took in everyone's expressions.

Of course he would not announce the second answer now.

By then, as long as his theory is shared, geniuses like Pauli and Fermi will probably be able to come up with the answer easily.

Everything will be revealed in a few days!
Next, Li Qiwei officially entered the topic of his speech: quantum theory.

After the wonderful foreplay just now, everyone present had a deeper understanding of electronics.

Quantum theory is the best theoretical weapon for studying electrons.

It has only been more than 20 years since the discovery of the electron.

Physicists still have a long way to go in understanding it.

As the earliest fundamental particle discovered by humans, electrons have many special properties.

Later generations had a conjecture that was out of this world: the single-electron theory.

This means that there is actually only one electron in the entire universe.

This electron travels back and forth in space and time, participating in all events and material composition in the universe.

Of course, there are many problems that this theory cannot explain.

However, as a brain hole, it is indeed very shocking.

This also indirectly reflects the ghostly nature of electrons.

Its mass needs to satisfy relativistic variability, but its charge does not.

In other words, no matter how fast an electron moves, its charge remains the same and does not change.

In terms of lifespan, even protons have a half-life, although this half-life reaches an astonishing 1000 trillion trillion years.

But the lifespan of an electron is infinite, it can exist forever.

Therefore, in the later stages, when one knows too much about physics, it is easy to enter into a philosophical or metaphysical mode of thinking.

The magic of the universe is beyond imagination!
An hour and a half later, Li Qiwei's speech finally ended.

Everyone in the audience stood up and thunderous applause echoed throughout the hall.

Everyone admired Professor Bruce from afar from the bottom of their hearts.

The other party's extreme individualism aroused great interest in science among Italian students.

This is of immeasurable importance to a country's scientific and educational development.

Croce and Vecchio clapped vigorously.

Li Qiwei's speech was full of practical information, which moved the two of them deeply.

"Professor Bruce is open-minded and treats Italy the same as any other country."

After the speech, Vecchio presented Ridgwell with an honorary doctorate certificate on behalf of the University of Rome.

At the same time, the Italian Academy of Sciences also awarded Riqivi the title of foreign academician.

Needless to say, the big guys were chatting and laughing.

1922 2 Month 10 Day.

The King and Prime Minister of Italy held a symposium on science education.

Li Qiwei was invited to attend.

The symposium brought together most of Italy's scientists, including Vecchio.

At the meeting, Li Qiwei gave a brief speech on the development objectives of the International Council of Scientists.

King Victor Emmanuel III was far more interested in Ridgevich himself than in the Scientists' Union.

As a king, his innate superiority made him completely indifferent to the so-called scientific alliance.

In particular, he led Italy to win the war and enjoyed the ultimate pleasure of using all living beings as chess pieces.

In his eyes, scientists were not worth mentioning. But a rare figure like Li Qiwei still aroused his curiosity.

"Professor Bruce, I've heard from many people that a certain theory you invented can create a very terrible weapon."

"Are you scientists getting together to create this kind of weapon?"

No one expected the king to be so direct and ask such a question.

Li Qiwei smiled slightly.

"Your Majesty, what is scary is not the weapon itself, but the human heart."

“I believe that all of you who are willing to join and support the International Union of Scientists are philanthropic and against war.”

Wow!
These words are very intriguing.

The big guys all broke out in cold sweat.

"Professor Bruce is just as rumored, he is terribly hard."

"He refused to give an inch to the king."

"Neither admitting nor denying, as if we can really build that kind of weapon."

King Vittorio Emanuele III just smiled deeply.

At this time, Prime Minister Facta stepped out and changed the subject:
"Professor Bruce, I believe that the alliance must first protect the interests of all countries."

"The interests of any country must never be infringed upon."

Li Qiwei replied: "Of course."

The two sides then exchanged views on various issues and formulated more detailed guidelines.

These are all additions to the alliance.

In fact, everyone present knew it very well.

If this international alliance of scientists wants to truly gain a foothold and combine the scientific strength of countries around the world, it needs to be recognized by the four major countries.

It will be useless even if all other countries agree unless they nod.

If they agree, it will be useless for us brothers to object.

Of course, in today's era, the world is developing at a rapid pace.

Today's small and weak countries may not necessarily become big and strong countries in the future.

The sun that never sets, which is at its zenith, was once just an uncivilized and barbaric country.

They picked up the incredible treasure chest of science.

The International Union of Scientists may be an opportunity to overtake others.

Because science can be replicated and learned, this is the greatest fortune for backward countries.

The world is still undecided, you and I are both dark horses! ——
Just as Ridgway was promoting his Alliance of Scientists.

The astronomical community is in turmoil.

Astronomers from all over the world began to rush to Rome, Italy.

The speech that just ended revealed a blockbuster message to the entire astronomical community.

"Professor Bruce has made new achievements!"

This made many people excited!
The first supreme conference of astronomy has aroused endless expectations even before it even started.

Great attention!

The Atlantic Ocean is vast and the waves are turbulent.

A luxury cruise ship cut through the waves like a giant beast, heading towards the east.

On the deck, many big names from the American astronomy community were chatting and laughing.

Among the crowd, Hubble had a determined look on his face. Looking at the boundless sea in front of him, he felt extremely excited.

He will shock the world at this astronomy conference!

Beside him, Hale looked at Hubble with relief.

I couldn't help but sigh in my heart:
"Professor Bruce is truly a god."

"The people he has trained are like cheaters."

At this plenary meeting, Haier already knew that Professor Bruce would resign from the position of President of the Federation.

So the conference will re-elect new candidates.

And he has absolute confidence.

Because Hubble's research made a huge breakthrough.

This is another sensational event at Mount Wilson Observatory after the great debate of the century.

As the director of the observatory, Hale's guidance played a decisive role in Hubble's achievements.

For example, he taught Hubble how to use the huge telescope.

At this moment, Hai Er asked with a smile:

"Hubble, this astronomy conference will be your personal stage!"

"Your results will surely shock the academic community and the world!"

"Our Mount Wilson Observatory will become the world's number one observatory!"

Hubble felt a little embarrassed by the free compliment.

When facing an astronomy giant like Hale, he still maintains respect and will not look down on the other party because of his own achievements.

"Professor Haier, I would also like to thank you for your support."

"Without the telescope you spent all your energy to build, I wouldn't be where I am today."

After hearing this, Hai Er's face became even happier.

Hubble had hit the nail on the head.

Mount Wilson Observatory took up too much of his energy.

Hai Er is the one who feels most deeply touched by the achievements we have made today.

These words are from Hubble's heart.

If he had gone somewhere else to do research, he might not have achieved the current results.

The discovery he was about to share would open up two entirely new branches of astronomy.

One is galactic astronomy and the other is modern cosmology.

The former established the concept of the large-scale universe, allowing astronomers to truly enter the era of large-scale universe research.

From then on, the study of cosmology was no longer limited to a single galaxy.

Rather, it is a huge structure composed of countless galaxies.

Local Group, Virgo Supercluster, Laniakea Supercluster, Pisces-Cetus Supercluster Complex, Hercules-Corona Borealis Great Wall.
Human beings are finally able to unravel the mysteries of the universe bit by bit.

As for the second branch, modern cosmology, it is even more crucial.

He is a powerful verification of the general theory of relativity.

From there, astronomers began to study the structure, movement, and evolution of the universe as a whole.

Matter-antimatter universe model, Big Bang theory, inflation theory.
Human beings began to delve into the ultimate question of the origin of the universe.

And all of this will start with Hubble's achievements.

At this moment, Hubble thought back to eleven years ago.

At that time, Professor Bruce was the head of the Physics Department at King's College.

And the other party has not yet published the general theory of relativity.

At that time, everyone thought Hubble was following the wrong person.

Although Professor Bruce is a master of physics, there is no way he knows astronomy.

But Hubble never regretted it.

He was attracted by Professor Bruce's personal charm.

Over the past decade, as the other party's status has grown, Hubble has also attracted the attention of countless people.

However, his research direction meant that he would not achieve any major breakthroughs in the short term.

Like his beloved Professor Bruce, he will take ten years to calm himself down.

Ten years of sharpening a sword!
And now, Hubble has finally succeeded.

High-spirited!

So passionate!

He looked at the sea and said proudly in his heart:

"Professor Bruce, you spent ten years to create the great theory of general relativity."

"Bo stupid, it took me ten years to finally prove that your theory is correct."

"This time, I can catch up with you."

(End of this chapter)