Quantum physics works well with electromagnetic force and atomic forces.
They are attracted towards the nucleus because of the electromagnetic force.
The fine structure constant is fixed to the strength of the electromagnetic force.
Photons do the same thing, but for the electromagnetic force.
FitzGerald based this idea in part on the way electromagnetic forces were known to be affected by motion.
This means that they are unaffected by the electromagnetic force, too.
Both types of particles can feel electromagnetic and weak forces.
All forces between atoms are caused by the electromagnetic force.
The electromagnetic force is one of the four known fundamental forces.
Replies: As you point out the electromagnetic force is long range.