What are the different types of physics and their fields?

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The discussion focuses on the various branches of physics, specifically highlighting particle physics, nuclear physics, atomic physics, and quantum mechanics. Participants are encouraged to explore the American Physical Society (APS) website for detailed explanations of each field. The APS categorizes these branches into distinct units, providing a structured overview of the different areas of study within physics.

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Hello, I've been wondering about the "branches" of physics. Can anyone please tell a bit about each of the following: particle physics, nuclear physics, atomic physics...etc And maybe a bit about quantum mechanics?

Thank you :)
 
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The link below gives you the different Units and Divisions under the APS. Each corresponds to a roughly the same different "types" of fields in physics, and most links have a brief explanation of the field.

http://www.aps.org/membership/units/index.cfm

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