Was Planck reluctant to accept quantum theory?
It is a matter of principle that scientific progress often involves navigating the tension between established doctrines and new evidence. While I introduced the concept of energy quanta, my initial outlook was more conservative. I viewed the quantum hypothesis primarily as a useful mathematical tool to resolve the discrepancies in thermal radiation laws, rather than a complete redefinition of physical reality. However, as the theory developed and its explanatory power became undeniable, its revolutionary character became increasingly apparent. Nature, in her infinite wisdom, reveals her secrets gradually.
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