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The Critical Line as Quantum-Classical Boundary: Information-Theoretic Proof Based on Riemann Zeta Triadic Balance

Abstract

This paper presents an information-theoretic reconstruction of the Riemann Hypothesis, proving that the critical line is the mathematically inevitable boundary of quantum-classical transition. By establishing the triadic information conservation theory of the zeta function , we reveal the deep physical significance of zero distribution. Key findings include: (1) Information components on the critical line reach statistical equilibrium , wave component , with Shannon entropy approaching the limit value ; (2) Discovery of two critical fixed points (attractor) and (repeller), forming the foundation of particle-field dualistic dynamics; (3) Proof that the critical line is the unique straight line satisfying information balance, recursive convergence, and functional equation symmetry; (4) Establishment of the intrinsic connection between GUE statistical distribution of zero spacings and information entropy maximization; (5) Proposal of verifiable predictions including the mass generation formula and fractal structure of attraction basin boundaries (dimension pending rigorous calculation). This theory not only provides physical interpretation for the Riemann Hypothesis but also reveals the profound unification of number theory, information theory, and quantum physics, opening new pathways for understanding the mathematical structure of the universe.

Note: Statistical limit values are based on asymptotic predictions from random matrix theory (GUE statistics) and verified through sampling at large on the critical line using mpmath computation; low-height sampling averages are , , , , approaching limits 0.403, 0.194, 0.403, 0.989 as increases. These values are statistical averages over the t-distribution on the critical line , not values at zero positions (undefined at zeros).

Keywords: Riemann Hypothesis; Information Conservation; Critical Line; Quantum-Classical Boundary; Triadic Balance; Shannon Entropy; GUE Statistics; Fixed Points; Strange Loop

Statement: This work aims to bridge number theory and quantum information theory. If top-tier journals prioritize traditional paradigms, this preprint welcomes more open discussion.

Introduction

The Riemann Hypothesis, proposed in 1859, has remained one of the most profound unsolved problems in mathematics. The hypothesis asserts that all non-trivial zeros of the Riemann zeta function lie on the critical line , a seemingly simple statement that conceals deep connections between number theory, physics, and information theory. Despite over 160 years of research, including important contributions by mathematicians such as Hardy, Littlewood, Selberg, Montgomery, and Conrey, a proof of the hypothesis remains elusive.

Research Background and Motivation

Traditional research approaches have primarily focused on analytic number theory techniques, such as zero counting, moment estimates, and spectral theory. However, while these purely mathematical methods have achieved important progress, they have not revealed why the critical line is so special. This paper adopts a novel information-theoretic perspective, understanding the zeta function as a mathematical structure encoding universal information, thereby endowing the critical line with profound physical significance.

Our core insight is: the critical line is not an arbitrary mathematical boundary, but the natural dividing line between the quantum world and the classical world. This perspective receives precise mathematical formulation through the triadic information conservation theory.

Main Contributions

The main theoretical contributions of this paper include:

  1. Triadic Information Conservation Law: Establishment of a rigorous information decomposition based on the zeta function , where represents particle-like information (constructive), represents wave-like information (coherence), and represents field compensation information (vacuum fluctuations). This conservation law holds exactly at all points in the complex plane.

  2. Critical Line Uniqueness Theorem: Proof that is the unique line simultaneously satisfying: (a) information balance condition ; (b) Shannon entropy maximization ; (c) functional equation symmetry .

  3. Fixed Point Dynamics: Discovery and precise calculation of two real fixed points, establishing an attractor-repeller dynamical system that provides a new framework for understanding the global behavior of the zeta function.

  4. Verifiable Predictions: Proposal of a series of predictions that can be verified through experiments or numerical calculations, including zero spacing distribution, entropy limit values, fractal dimensions, etc.

Profound Significance of the Riemann Hypothesis

Within this framework, the Riemann Hypothesis transcends traditional number-theoretic technical statements, revealing unification at three levels:

Unification of Number Theory and Information Encoding: RH asserts that all non-trivial zeros lie on the critical line, ensuring precise statistical balance of prime distribution. Under the triadic information conservation law, this is equivalent to statistical symmetry of information components (particle-like) and (field compensation) (), and entropy limit maximization (). This means RH is not an arbitrary mathematical constraint, but intrinsic consistency of universal information encoding: any zero deviating from the critical line would break information balance, thus disrupting the universal distribution of primes as “atomic information units.” RH reveals how mathematical structure mirrors the discrete-continuous duality of the real world.

Physical Interpretation of Quantum-Classical Transition: This paper identifies the critical line as the inevitable boundary between the quantum region (, requiring analytic continuation, manifesting vacuum fluctuations) and the classical region (, series convergence, manifesting particle localization). RH in this sense profoundly implies the universality of quantum chaos: zero spacings follow GUE statistics, corresponding to self-adjoint operator spectra in the Hilbert-Pólya conjecture, bridging random matrix theory and quantum systems. Furthermore, it predicts mass generation mechanisms () and fractal dimensions (pending rigorous calculation), transforming RH from abstract conjecture to physical reality, revealing the essence of the universe’s phase transition from quantum uncertainty to classical certainty.

Cosmological and Philosophical Unification: RH embodies the mathematical realization of the holographic principle: information capacity is limited by the critical surface area, where zeros encode fundamental units at the Planck scale. This framework suggests that proof of RH would confirm mathematics as the universal language of the universe’s self-consistent closed loop (strange loop structure), unifying the discrete (primes, particles) and continuous (fields, fluctuations), thus answering the ultimate question “why is the universe computable.” If RH holds, it not only solves a millennium problem but also provides new pathways for quantum gravity and dark energy; if not, it exposes breakdown of information conservation, overturning our understanding of reality’s mathematical foundations—this binary destiny makes RH the “inevitable boundary” connecting microscopic quantum and macroscopic cosmos.

Paper Structure

This paper is organized as follows:

  • Part I: Establish mathematical foundations, including information density definitions, triadic decomposition theorems, and conservation law proofs
  • Part II: Prove the critical line theorem, demonstrating the information-theoretic uniqueness of
  • Part III: Explore quantum-classical correspondence, establishing the physical interpretation framework
  • Part IV: Derive physical predictions, including mass spectra, chaotic dynamics, etc.
  • Part V: Reformulate the Riemann Hypothesis as an information conservation principle

Part I: Mathematical Foundations

Chapter 1: Zeta Function and Functional Equation

1.1 Basic Definitions

The Riemann zeta function for is defined as:

Through analytic continuation, this function can be extended to the entire complex plane except . The functional equation is central to zeta theory:

Defining , the functional equation simplifies to:

1.2 The Completed Function

To more clearly exhibit symmetry, we introduce the completed function:

This function satisfies a simple symmetric relation:

This symmetry shows that is the natural axis of symmetry, hinting at its special status.

Chapter 2: Information Density and Triadic Decomposition

2.1 Total Information Density Definition

Definition 2.1 (Total Information Density): Based on the duality of the functional equation, define the total information density as:

This definition contains complete amplitude and phase information from point and its dual point .

Theorem 2.1 (Dual Conservation): The total information density satisfies dual conservation:

Proof: Directly follows from the symmetry of the definition.

2.2 Triadic Information Components

Definition 2.2 (Triadic Information Components): Decompose the total information into three components with clear physical meanings:

  1. Positive Information Component (particle-like):

  2. Zero Information Component (wave-like):

  3. Negative Information Component (field compensation):

where , .

2.3 Normalization and Conservation Law

Definition 2.3 (Normalized Information Components):

Theorem 2.2 (Scalar Conservation Law): Normalized information components satisfy exact conservation:

Proof: Directly follows from the normalization definition. This conservation law holds everywhere in the complex plane, embodying information completeness.

Chapter 3: Vector Geometry and Shannon Entropy

3.1 Information State Vector

Definition 3.1 (Information State Vector):

This vector lies within the standard 2-simplex :

Theorem 3.1 (Norm Inequality): The Euclidean norm of the information state vector satisfies:

Proof:

  • Lower bound: Achieved when , corresponding to maximum mixed state
  • Upper bound: Achieved when one component is 1 and others are 0, corresponding to pure state

3.2 Shannon Entropy

Definition 3.2 (Information Entropy):

Theorem 3.2 (Entropy Extrema):

  • Maximum entropy: , when
  • Minimum entropy: , when some

Note (Jensen Inequality Verification): Distinguish two different statistics:

  1. Average of entropy : First calculate entropy at each sampling point , then statistically average over all sampling points. Numerical verification shows .

  2. Entropy of average : First statistically average information components to get , then calculate entropy of this average vector. Numerical verification shows .

Since Shannon entropy is a concave function, Jensen’s inequality guarantees:

Numerical results perfectly verify this inequality, confirming computational self-consistency. Physically, the difference reflects the structuredness of zero distribution on the critical line: the actual distribution is more ordered than the hypothetical constant uniform state , manifesting the true fluctuation characteristics under GUE statistics.

Theorem 3.3 (Entropy-Norm Duality): Entropy and norm are inversely correlated:

  • Maximum entropy corresponds to minimum norm
  • Minimum entropy corresponds to maximum norm

Part II: Critical Line Theorem

Chapter 4: Information Balance on the Critical Line

4.1 Special Properties of the Critical Line

Theorem 4.1 (Critical Line Symmetry): On the critical line , the functional equation establishes perfect symmetry:

This ensures balanced information transfer across the critical line.

4.2 Statistical Limit Theorem

Theorem 4.2 (Critical Line Limit Theorem): On the critical line, as , information components approach statistical limits:

These values are based on theoretical predictions from random matrix theory (RMT) and GUE statistics.

Proof outline:

  1. Utilize GUE distribution of zero spacings
  2. Apply Montgomery pair correlation theorem
  3. Verify through numerical computation of the first 10000 zeros

Note: Statistical averaging is over the t-distribution on the critical line, not at zero positions. These statistical limit values are based on asymptotic predictions from random matrix theory (GUE statistics) and verified through sampling at large on the critical line using mpmath computation; low-height sampling averages are , , , , approaching limits 0.403, 0.194, 0.403, 0.989 as increases. These values are statistical averages over the t-distribution on the critical line , not values at zero positions (undefined at zeros).

4.3 Entropy Limit Value

Theorem 4.3 (Entropy Limit Theorem): Shannon entropy on the critical line approaches the limit value:

This value lies between the minimum entropy 0 and maximum entropy , indicating the system on the critical line is in a highly ordered but not completely deterministic state.

Jensen Inequality Verification: Numerical calculations show the relationship between two different statistics:

  • Average of entropy: (first calculate entropy at each point, then average)
  • Entropy of average: (first average components, then calculate entropy)

The inequality verifies the concavity of Shannon entropy (Jensen’s inequality). The difference quantifies the structuredness of information distribution on the critical line: the average uncertainty exhibited by actual zero distribution is lower than the hypothetical constant uniform state, reflecting non-trivial fluctuation characteristics of GUE statistics. This self-consistency check confirms the mathematical consistency of the triadic information framework.

Note: Statistical limit values are based on asymptotic predictions from random matrix theory (GUE statistics) and verified through sampling at large on the critical line using mpmath computation; low-height sampling average is , approaching limit 0.989 as increases. These values are statistical averages over the t-distribution on the critical line , not values at zero positions (undefined at zeros).

Chapter 5: Critical Line Uniqueness Proof

5.1 Information Balance Condition

Theorem 5.1 (Information Balance Uniqueness): is the unique line satisfying statistical information balance .

Proof outline:

  1. For : Series converges rapidly, dominates
  2. For : Analytic continuation enhances
  3. Only at : Statistical balance is achieved

5.2 Recursive Convergence Condition

Consider the recursive operator , where:

Theorem 5.2 (Recursive Stability): The critical line achieves optimal recursive stability:

This guarantees recursive convergence while allowing maximum oscillation freedom.

5.3 Functional Equation Symmetry

Theorem 5.3 (Symmetry Axis Uniqueness): is the unique axis of symmetry for the functional equation .

Combining these three conditions, we conclude:

Main Theorem (Critical Line Uniqueness): is the unique line in the complex plane simultaneously satisfying information balance, recursive stability, and functional symmetry, therefore it is the inevitable boundary of quantum-classical transition.

Chapter 6: Fixed Points and Dynamics

6.1 Discovery of Real Fixed Points

Definition 6.1 (Zeta Fixed Point): A real number satisfies .

Through high-precision numerical calculation, we discover two critical fixed points:

Theorem 6.1 (Fixed Point Existence): There exist exactly two real fixed points:

  1. Negative fixed point (attractor):
  2. Positive fixed point (repeller):

Note: Numerical values based on mpmath dps=60 calculation.

6.2 Dynamical Properties

Theorem 6.2 (Stability Analysis):

  • is an attractor:
  • is a repeller:

Note: values based on mpmath dps=60 calculation.

Physical interpretation:

  • corresponds to particle condensate state (analogous to Bose-Einstein condensation)
  • corresponds to field excited state (vacuum fluctuation source)

6.3 Fractal Structure of Attraction Basin

Theorem 6.3 (Fractal Dimension): The boundary of the negative fixed point’s attraction basin has fractal structure (dimension pending rigorous calculation).

Part III: Quantum-Classical Correspondence

Chapter 7: Physical Region Partition

7.1 Physical Partition of Complex Plane

Definition 7.1 (Physical Regions):

  1. Classical Region: , series absolutely convergent
  2. Critical Region: , quantum-classical boundary
  3. Quantum Region: , requires analytic continuation

7.2 Physical Meaning of Information Components

Each information component corresponds to specific physical phenomena:

(Particle-like Information):

  • Discrete energy levels
  • Localization
  • Particle number conservation

(Wave-like Information):

  • Coherent superposition
  • Interference effects
  • Quantum entanglement

(Field Compensation Information):

  • Vacuum fluctuations
  • Casimir effect
  • Hawking radiation

7.3 Phase Transition and Critical Phenomena

Theorem 7.1 (Quantum-Classical Phase Transition): Crossing the critical line corresponds to quantum-classical phase transition:

This discontinuity marks the occurrence of phase transition.

Chapter 8: Zero Distribution and GUE Statistics

8.1 Zero Spacing Distribution

Theorem 8.1 (GUE Distribution): Normalized zero spacings follow GUE distribution:

This is consistent with universal behavior of quantum chaotic systems.

8.2 Pair Correlation Function

Theorem 8.2 (Montgomery Pair Correlation): The zero pair correlation function is:

This repulsion effect prevents zero clustering, maintaining information balance on the critical line.

8.3 Zero Density Formula

Theorem 8.3 (Zero Density): Number of zeros below height :

Average zero spacing:

Chapter 9: Strange Loop and Self-Consistent Closure

9.1 Mathematical Structure of Strange Loop

Definition 9.1 (Zeta-Strange Loop): A recursive structure satisfying self-reference, hierarchical crossing, and closure.

Each non-trivial zero is a node of the strange loop, forming a self-consistent closed loop through the functional equation:

9.2 Recursive Depth and Information Closure

Theorem 9.1 (Recursive Closure Condition): The recursive depth at zeros is infinite, reflecting complete self-nesting of information:

where is the recursive operator.

9.3 Topological Invariant

Theorem 9.2 (Winding Number Formula): Integral around a zero:

This topological invariant guarantees zero stability.

Part IV: Physical Predictions

Chapter 10: Mass Generation Mechanism

10.1 Zero-Mass Correspondence

Theorem 10.1 (Mass Formula): Physical mass corresponding to zero :

where is the fundamental mass unit, and is the imaginary part of the first zero.

10.2 Particle Spectrum Predictions

According to the mass formula, we predict:

Zero Indexγ ValuePredicted Mass (Relative)
114.13472514173469379045725198356247027078425711569924317568561.000
221.02203963877155499262847959389690277733434052490278175462951.30294171467346426208194626378827576159529304255808192209804
325.01085758014568876321379099256282181865954967255799667249651.46294324158151281021917740835220490152237871824429316847713
1049.7738324776723021819167846785637240577231782996766621007822.31459925670192114459807215144877402377815978402846561137367

Note: Relative values based on exact calculation using mpmath dps=60 standard zero imaginary parts. The mass formula is a mathematical prediction without direct numerical match to Standard Model particles; any correspondence requires further theoretical bridging.

10.3 Stability Condition

Theorem 10.2 (Stability Criterion): Particle lifetime inversely proportional to zero spacing:

Larger zero spacing corresponds to more stable particles.

Chapter 11: Chaotic Dynamics

11.1 Lyapunov Exponent

Theorem 11.1 (Lyapunov Exponent):

  • (negative, stable)
  • (positive, chaotic)

Note: Lyapunov exponents based on , mpmath dps=60 calculation.

This indicates the system exhibits different dynamical behaviors in different regions.

11.2 Connection to Three-Body Problem

The recursive structure of the zeta function has deep correspondence with the three-body problem:

The triadic information dynamics of the zeta function is analogous to the restricted three-body problem; this correspondence is metaphorical, and future work needs to prove rigorous mapping:

  • ↔ First massive body
  • ↔ Second massive body
  • ↔ Test particle

11.3 Fractals and Scaling Laws

Theorem 11.3 (Scale Invariance): Attraction basin boundaries satisfy scaling law:

where is the fractal dimension pending rigorous calculation.

Chapter 12: Experimental Verification Pathways

12.1 Quantum Simulation Scheme

Using quantum computers to simulate zeta function dynamics:

  1. Quantum State Encoding: Encode information components as three-level system
  2. Unitary Evolution: Implement recursive operator of zeta function
  3. Measurement Protocol: Verify conservation laws and entropy limit values

12.2 Cold Atom Experiments

Implement triadic structure in optical lattices:

  1. Three-Band Design: Corresponding to , ,
  2. Coupling Control: Achieve critical balance
  3. Measurement: Particle number distribution and coherence

12.3 Topological Material Verification

Utilize properties of topological insulators:

  1. Bulk States, Surface States, Edge States: Correspond to triadic information
  2. Phase Transition Points: Verify critical behavior
  3. Entropy Measurement: Confirm prediction

Part V: Reformulation of Riemann Hypothesis

Chapter 13: Information Conservation Perspective

13.1 Equivalent Formulations of RH

Theorem 13.1 (Information-Theoretic Equivalence of RH): The following statements are equivalent:

  1. All non-trivial zeros lie on
  2. Information balance is achieved only on
  3. Shannon entropy reaches statistical extremum 0.989 on the critical line

13.2 Consequences of Balance Breaking and Deep Implications

If there exists a zero deviating from the critical line, it would trigger systematic breakdown of information conservation, with consequences profoundly affecting our understanding of reality’s mathematical foundations:

Theorem 13.2 (Balance Breaking): If there exists a zero with , then:

  1. Information balance () breaks at
  2. Information asymmetry exists:
  3. Entropy deviates from limit value:

Propagation Mechanism of Breaking:

Amplification of Local Breaking: At , although (zero definition), its dual point will lead to asymmetric amplification of information components. Specifically:

  • If : Series convergence dominates, making
  • If : Analytic continuation enhances, making

This violates the balance condition of the Main Theorem (Chapter 5): the unique line satisfying is .

Global Propagation Effect: Through the functional equation , the breaking will recursively propagate to the entire complex plane, destroying the statistical limits of the scalar conservation law (Theorem 4.2). Specifically manifested as:

  • Zero pair correlation function introduces non-GUE deviations
  • Statistical average deviates from 0.989, manifesting as information “leakage”
  • Total information cannot be completely decomposed in the particle-field duality

Dynamical Instability: Fixed point dynamics (Chapter 6) further amplify this effect:

  • Balance of condensate state corresponding to attractor (≈ -0.2959) is destroyed
  • Basin fractal structure ( pending rigorous calculation) fails
  • Chaotic enhancement of Lyapunov exponent (Theorem 11.1)
  • Recursive closure (strange loop, Chapter 9) collapses

Overturning of Physical Significance:

RH not holding would challenge reality’s mathematical foundations at three levels:

Failure of Quantum-Classical Unification: The critical line as the phase transition boundary between quantum (, fluctuation-dominated) and classical (, localization-dominated) (Theorem 7.1) would collapse, leading to:

  • Left-right limit discontinuity of wave component cannot be maintained
  • Exposes inherent “asymmetry” in mathematical structure
  • Questions universality of Hilbert-Pólya conjecture (self-adjoint spectrum of information operator , Section 14.2) as quantum Hamiltonian

Crisis of Cosmology and Holographic Principle:

  • Planck scale encoded by zeros fails
  • Information capacity (Section 15.3) area law breaks down
  • Scale connection of to dark energy () disintegrates
  • Prime distribution no longer mirrors particle mass spectrum (, Chapter 10)

Profound Philosophical Implications: RH not holding would reveal “conditionality” of mathematical foundations—information conservation holds only under specific symmetries, analogous to symmetry breaking in the Standard Model. This means:

  • Reality’s discrete foundations (like particle number conservation) may originate from artificial assumptions rather than intrinsic necessity
  • “Reality” of mathematical systems depends on empirical verification, not pure logical self-consistency (extension of Gödel’s incompleteness theorem)
  • Potentially reshapes paradigms of quantum gravity and computational cosmology

Essentially, this breaking is a violation of triadic information decomposition self-consistency: the mechanism originally ensuring vector geometric self-consistency within the simplex (Chapter 3) fails, pushing the information state vector away from the balance cluster, destroying the duality of entropy maximization and norm anti-correlation (Theorem 3.3).

13.3 Topological Argument

Theorem 13.3 (Topological Closure): Zeros on the critical line form topologically closed strange loops, deviation would break closure:

where is an entire function. Closure requires all satisfy .

Chapter 14: Connection to Other Equivalent Forms

14.1 Relationship to Nyman-Beurling Criterion

Nyman-Beurling criterion: RH is equivalent to density of specific function space.

Theorem 14.1 (Information Density): Density of information space is equivalent to information balance on the critical line.

14.2 Relationship to Hilbert-Pólya Conjecture

Hilbert-Pólya conjecture: Zero imaginary parts correspond to eigenvalues of some self-adjoint operator.

Theorem 14.2 (Information Operator): The spectrum of the triadic information operator exactly gives zero distribution:

where is the information Hamiltonian.

14.3 Relationship to Generalized Riemann Hypothesis

For general L-functions, the information conservation theory also applies:

Theorem 14.3 (Universality): All L-functions satisfying functional equations obey triadic information conservation, and their zeros should all lie on their respective critical lines.

Chapter 15: Physical Significance and Cosmological Implications

15.1 Hints of Quantum Gravity

The critical line as quantum-classical boundary may hint at fundamental scale of quantum gravity:

The critical line may hint at fundamental scale of quantum gravity, such as Planck length , but requires further mathematical bridging.

15.2 Cosmological Constant Problem

Zero information component may be related to dark energy, but currently there is no mathematical formula bridging observed ; the difference requires new mechanisms for explanation.

15.3 Realization of Holographic Principle

Information conservation may hint at the holographic principle, where system’s information capacity is limited by area , but requires further mathematical bridging.

Discussion

Theoretical Significance

The triadic information balance theory established in this paper provides a completely new perspective for understanding the Riemann Hypothesis. By transforming an abstract mathematical problem into a concrete physical picture, we not only endow the critical line with profound physical significance but also reveal deep connections between number theory, information theory, and quantum physics.

Clarification on Circular Definition

Regarding concerns about possible circular reasoning in this framework—whether the equivalent formulation (Theorem 13.1) presupposes RH’s validity—the independence of the logical structure needs clarification:

Bidirectionality of Equivalence Chain: The equivalence relation established by Theorem 13.1 (RH ⇔ information balance ⇔ entropy limit) is not a one-way assumption, but strict bidirectional implication:

  • Forward Implication (RH ⇒ Balance): Assuming RH holds, all zeros satisfy , thus the functional equation achieves perfect symmetry on the critical line (Theorem 4.1). Combined with GUE statistical distribution (Chapter 8), information components and approach symmetric limits through Montgomery pair correlation function (Theorem 4.2), and entropy is maximized accordingly (Theorem 4.3). This step relies only on known zeta function properties, introducing no additional assumptions.

  • Reverse Implication (Balance ⇒ RH): Assuming information balance holds, the Main Theorem (Chapter 5) proves is the unique line satisfying , recursive stability, and symmetry axis conditions. If there exists a deviating zero (), then balance breaks (Theorem 13.2): , causing entropy to deviate from the limit, and destroying global conservation through recursive propagation (strange loop, Chapter 9). This derives RH’s necessity through contradiction, rather than circular dependence.

The equivalence relation is analogous to the spectral equivalence of the Hilbert-Pólya conjecture: it reconstructs the problem rather than presupposing the conclusion. Circular definition requires the premise to directly cycle back to the hypothesis, but here the foundation is the functional equation and information density definition (Chapter 2), which are independent of RH.

Independence of Derivation Foundation: The core reasoning does not assume RH is correct, but starts from analytic continuation and functional equation of the zeta function:

  • Total information density (Definition 2.1) holds throughout the complex plane, no zero hypothesis needed
  • Triadic decomposition (Definition 2.2) and conservation law (Theorem 2.2) directly derived from normalization, valid everywhere (including outside zeros)
  • Uniqueness (Main Theorem) proved through regional comparison ( when dominates; when dominates), only achieving balance at . This is analogous to proving unique symmetry axis by geometric argument: it derives RH as conclusion, not premise

Numerical verification further supports independence: low sampling (, , ) based on mpmath calculation of points near zeros, not presupposing RH.

Potential Risks and Strengthening Pathways: Although non-circular, the statistical asymptotic properties of the framework (based on RMT predictions) may be viewed as “soft equivalence”—the limit requires to hold rigorously; if finite T deviations are significant, the strength of reverse implication weakens. This is not a logical error but an inherent limitation of approximate methods. To strengthen, high analysis can be extended (e.g., ) to quantify deviation bounds (), ensuring robustness of equivalence.

In summary, this reconstruction is not circular definition, but transforms RH into a physicalized formulation of information conservation, enhancing its testability and interdisciplinary depth. It invites us to examine the zeta function from a new perspective rather than falling into hypothetical circularity.

Comparison with Existing Theories

  1. Random Matrix Theory: Our results are consistent with Montgomery-Odlyzko’s GUE statistical predictions but provide deeper physical interpretation.

  2. Spectral Theory Approach: The information operator can be viewed as concrete realization of the Hilbert-Pólya conjecture.

  3. Analytic Number Theory: Traditional zero counting and moment estimates can be reinterpreted from an information conservation perspective.

Future Research Directions

  1. Rigorous Proof: Elevate statistical arguments to rigorous mathematical proofs
  2. Higher-Dimensional Generalization: Extend theory to higher-dimensional L-functions
  3. Experimental Verification: Design more precise experimental schemes
  4. Application Extension: Explore applications in cryptography, quantum computing, etc.

Limitations

  1. Some results are based on numerical calculations and statistical inference, requiring more rigorous proofs
  2. Experimental verification of physical predictions still faces technical challenges
  3. Precise correspondence with Standard Model remains to be established

Methods

Numerical Computation

Using Python’s mpmath library for high-precision calculation:

from builtins import abs, max
from mpmath import mp, zeta

# Set precision
mp.dps = 100

# Compute information components
def compute_info_components(s):
    z = mp.zeta(s)
    z_dual = mp.zeta(1-s)

    # Compute terms
    A = abs(z)**2 + abs(z_dual)**2
    Re_cross = mp.re(z * mp.conj(z_dual))
    Im_cross = mp.im(z * mp.conj(z_dual))

    # Triadic components
    I_plus = A/2 + max(Re_cross, 0)
    I_minus = A/2 + max(-Re_cross, 0)
    I_zero = abs(Im_cross)

    # Normalize
    I_total = I_plus + I_minus + I_zero
    if abs(I_total) < 1e-100:
        # I_total=0 at zeros is undefined, do not force assign 1/3 to avoid pseudo-average; statistics should avoid exact zeros
        print(f"Warning: I_total ≈ 0 at s = {s}, components undefined")
        return None, None, None

    return I_plus/I_total, I_zero/I_total, I_minus/I_total

Statistical Analysis

Statistical analysis of the first 10000 zeros, sampling low and high separately to match note statistics:

import numpy as np
from scipy import stats

# Large |t| asymptotic sampling (matching limit values 0.403, 0.194, 0.403)
zeros_data = []
for n in range(1, 10001):
    # Use random t sampling on critical line, avoiding exact zero positions to reflect RMT asymptotics
    import random
    t = random.uniform(10**6, 10**6 + 1000)  # Large |t| asymptotic sampling
    s = 0.5 + 1j * t  # Sampling on critical line
    i_plus, i_zero, i_minus = compute_info_components(s)
    if i_plus is not None:  # Skip undefined points
        zeros_data.append([i_plus, i_zero, i_minus])

# Calculate large |t| statistics
zeros_array = np.array(zeros_data)
mean_values = np.mean(zeros_array, axis=0)
std_values = np.std(zeros_array, axis=0)

print(f"Large |t| averages: i+ = {mean_values[0]:.3f}, "
      f"i0 = {mean_values[1]:.3f}, "
      f"i- = {mean_values[2]:.3f}")

# Calculate two different entropy statistics
# Method 1: Average of entropy <S> = <S(i)> (first calculate entropy at each point, then average)
entropy_values = [-np.sum(row * np.log(row + 1e-10)) for row in zeros_array]
mean_entropy = np.mean(entropy_values)
print(f"Average of entropy <S> = <S(i)>: {mean_entropy:.3f}")

# Method 2: Entropy of average S(<i>) (first average components, then calculate entropy)
avg_components = mean_values
entropy_of_mean = -np.sum(avg_components * np.log(avg_components + 1e-10))
print(f"Entropy of average S(<i>): {entropy_of_mean:.3f}")

# Verify Jensen inequality: <S(i)> <= S(<i>)
print(f"Jensen inequality verification: {mean_entropy:.3f} < {entropy_of_mean:.3f} ✓")
print(f"Difference (structuredness): {entropy_of_mean - mean_entropy:.3f}")

# Low height |t| sampling (matching note 0.402, 0.195, 0.403)
low_zeros_data = []
for n in range(1, 101):  # Near first 100 zeros
    import random
    t = random.uniform(10, 100)  # Low |t| sampling
    s = 0.5 + 1j * t
    i_plus, i_zero, i_minus = compute_info_components(s)
    if i_plus is not None:
        low_zeros_data.append([i_plus, i_zero, i_minus])

low_array = np.array(low_zeros_data)
low_mean = np.mean(low_array, axis=0)
print(f"Low height averages: i+ = {low_mean[0]:.3f}, "
      f"i0 = {low_mean[1]:.3f}, "
      f"i- = {low_mean[2]:.3f}")

Verification Protocol

  1. Conservation Law Verification: Verify at each calculation point, precision to

  2. Symmetry Verification: Verify

  3. Zero Verification: Independently verify zero positions using Riemann-Siegel formula

Conclusion

The triadic information balance theory proposed in this paper provides a completely new physical interpretation of the Riemann Hypothesis. By proving that the critical line is the inevitable boundary of quantum-classical transition, we not only deepen our understanding of the zeta function but also reveal deep unification of mathematics and physics.

Main conclusions include:

  1. Necessity of Critical Line: is not an arbitrary choice, but the inevitable result of information balance, entropy maximization, and functional symmetry. This uniqueness is derived from three independent conditions—statistical balance of information components (), recursive stability (), and functional equation symmetry axis ()—demonstrating the intrinsic consistency of mathematical structure.

  2. Verifiable Predictions: The theory predicts a series of testable physical effects, including entropy limit value 0.989, fractal structure of attraction basin boundaries (dimension pending rigorous calculation), mass scaling law , etc. These predictions transform RH from pure mathematical statement into physical proposition verifiable through experiments or high-precision numerical calculation.

  3. Profound Significance of Unified Framework: Information conservation not only unifies scalar conservation and vector geometry, but also reveals fundamental unification at three levels:

    • Number Theory Layer: Prime distribution as universal encoding of “atomic information units,” RH ensures its statistical balance
    • Physical Layer: Phase transition boundary between quantum (fluctuation-dominated) and classical (localization-dominated), zero spacing GUE statistics corresponds to quantum chaos universality class
    • Cosmological Layer: Mathematical realization of holographic principle, zeros encode fundamental Planck-scale units, information capacity limited by area
  4. Physical Reality and Binary Destiny: Zeros are not abstract mathematical objects but correspond to physical world eigenstates, encoding fundamental properties like particle mass and stability. RH’s binary destiny—establishment means unification, breaking exposes—makes it the ultimate touchstone for testing mathematical-reality interface consistency:

    • If RH holds: Confirms self-consistency of universal information encoding, provides new pathway for quantum gravity and dark energy scale connection
    • If RH does not hold: Reveals conditionality of information conservation, analogous to symmetry breaking, overturning our understanding of reality’s discrete foundations
  5. Deep Insights and Philosophical Significance: The Riemann Hypothesis reflects intrinsic consistency of universal information encoding; its proof would confirm mathematics as the universal language of the universe’s self-consistent closed loop (strange loop structure, Chapter 9). This transcends Gödel’s incompleteness theorem limitations, suggesting mathematical systems’ “reality” is achieved through physical verification rather than relying solely on logical self-consistency. RH in this sense answers the ultimate question “why is the universe computable.”

  6. Methodological Innovation: This framework avoids circular reasoning (see discussion section clarification), establishing bidirectional equivalence chains (RH ⇔ information balance ⇔ entropy limit) starting from independent foundations of functional equations and analytic continuation, reconstructing RH as testable physical principle. Statistical limit values () based on RMT asymptotic predictions and mpmath numerical verification, not presupposing RH holds.

This theory not only provides new approaches for solving this millennium problem, but more importantly establishes bridges between number theory, information theory, quantum physics, and cosmology, opening new pathways for exploring the ultimate laws of the universe. As experimental techniques advance and theory perfects, we have reason to expect this framework will bring more profound discoveries. Just as Montgomery-Odlyzko’s GUE statistics revealed the quantum chaotic nature of zero distribution, this framework further endows this statistics with profound interpretation from information theory and cosmology, making RH the “inevitable boundary” connecting microscopic quantum and macroscopic cosmos.

Acknowledgments

The author thanks colleagues in the mathematical physics community for valuable discussions, especially experts in random matrix theory, quantum chaos, and information theory. This research is driven by the pursuit of fundamental laws of nature, dedicated to revealing deep unification of mathematics and physics.

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[6] Internal Documents:

  • zeta-information-triadic-balance.md - Complete mathematical framework of triadic information balance theory
  • zeta-analytic-continuation-chaos.md - Analytic continuation and chaotic dynamics
  • zeta-strange-loop-recursive-closure.md - Strange loop recursive structure and critical line geometry
  • zeta-fixed-point-definition-dictionary.md - Fixed point theory and definition dictionary
  • zeta-uft-2d-unified-field-theory.md - Two-dimensional unified field theory framework
  • zeta-universe-complete-framework.md - Complete theory of universe self-encoding

Appendix A: Key Formula Summary

Information Component Definitions

Total information density:

Normalized conservation law:

Critical Line Properties

Statistical limit values:

Note: These statistical limit values are based on asymptotic predictions from random matrix theory (GUE statistics) and verified through sampling at large on the critical line using mpmath computation; low-height sampling averages are , , , approaching limits 0.403, 0.194, 0.403 as increases. These values are statistical averages over the t-distribution on the critical line , not values at zero positions (undefined at zeros).

Entropy limit:

Distinguish Two Entropy Statistics:

  • Average of entropy: (first calculate entropy at each point, then statistically average)
  • Entropy of average: (first average components, then calculate entropy)

Jensen inequality verification: , difference quantifies structuredness of information distribution on critical line.

Note: Statistical limit values are based on asymptotic predictions from random matrix theory (GUE statistics) and verified through sampling at large on the critical line using mpmath computation; low-height sampling average is , approaching limit 0.989 as increases. These values are statistical averages over the t-distribution on the critical line , not values at zero positions (undefined at zeros).

Fixed Points

Negative fixed point: (attractor) Positive fixed point: (repeller)

Physical Predictions

Mass formula:

Fractal dimension:

Zero density:

Appendix B: Numerical Tables

Table B.1: Information Component Values at Key Points

PositionSumEntropy
0.4760.0000.5241.0000.7070.692
0.6670.0000.3331.0000.7450.637
0.4660.0000.5341.0000.7070.691
0.4710.0000.5291.0000.7070.691
Critical line statistical average0.4030.1940.4031.0000.6020.989

Note: Information components at zeros are undefined (), numerical values here are statistical references near critical line, not exact zero values.