What Are the Different Types of Physicists and Their Work?

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This discussion focuses on the various types of physicists and their specific areas of work. Participants are encouraged to explore the American Physical Society's divisions, which categorize physicists based on their fields of expertise. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding these distinctions for anyone considering a career in physics. The inquiry reflects a personal interest in pursuing physics as a subject and career path.

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hello there,

i was just wondering the different types of physicists there also I am a bit confused on what each type would work on and what type of things they would do.

Also i was just wondering if you think I am silly or not for trying to aim to become a physicist or try to succeed in it i like it very much it is my favourtie subject but i may be kidding me self in trying to succeed in it.

thankyou,
 
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ihopeican said:
hello there,

i was just wondering the different types of physicists there also I am a bit confused on what each type would work on and what type of things they would do.

Presumably, you're asking for the different areas of physics that are available. Please go to the http://www.aps.org/membership/units/index.cfm" and look at the different divisions that roughly follow the subject areas that physicists work in.

Zz.
 
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