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  1. Electrostatic Interaction

    Linked via "force carrier"

    | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
    | Coupling Constant | $k_e$ | Fine-Structure Constant ($\alpha$) | Determines interaction strength. |
    | Mediator Particle | N/A (Field concept) | Virtual Photon ($\gamma$) | Quantization of the force carrier. |
    | Range Dependence | $r^{-2}$ | Fourier Transform of $1/k^2$ | Relates spatial separation to momentum transfer. |

  2. Gravitational Field

    Linked via "force carriers"

    Quantization and the Graviton
    The attempt to reconcile General Relativity with quantum mechanics?a pursuit central to Quantum Gravity?requires quantizing the gravitational field. In this view, the field is mediated by fundamental force carriers, analogous to photons for electromagnetism.
    The hypothesized quantum of the gravitational field is the graviton. As dictated by the symmetries required fo…