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science2 months ago•5 min saved

Virtual Particles and the Foundation of Reality

Virtual particles are a mathematical tool used by physicists to calculate and predict the behavior of forces at the subatomic level, despite not being directly observable. They are essential for understanding interactions like electromagnetism and nuclear forces, and have led to highly accurate predictions, raising questions about their 'reality.' While some see them as useful fiction, their role in modern physics remains profound and indispensable.

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#feynman-diagrams #forces #quantum-physics

science2 years ago•10 min saved

"Unveiling the Enchanting Power of Physics: The New Age of Magic"

This article explores the concept of forces in physics and their historical origins, focusing on the debate between Isaac Newton and Gottfried Leibniz. Newton's theory of gravitation, which described forces without an intervening medium, was initially dismissed by Leibniz as an occult quality. However, Newton's gravitational law was later proven to be quantitative and consistent with the moon's orbit and falling objects on Earth. The article discusses the shift from a mechanical to a field view of forces, with figures like Michael Faraday and James Clerk Maxwell playing significant roles. The field concept, established in the 19th century, has become a fundamental aspect of modern physics, alongside quantum properties.

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#forces #gravity #newton