What does the physics expert award mean?

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The physics expert award recognizes members for both their helpfulness and knowledge in the subject. It is determined through a popular vote among forum members. Candidates are selected by the admin based on their contributions to the community. The award is intended as a fun recognition of member engagement. Overall, it celebrates the collaborative spirit of the forum.
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Is the physics expert award for how helpful someone is or how knowledgeble or something else?
 
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A little from column A, a little from column B. It's decided by popular vote.

Every so often, we hold a member-awards vote. There are many categories and Greg (admin) selects several candidates for each category based on their contributions to PF. Then the voting is opened up to all members.

Just a bit of fun.
 
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Just a bit of fun.

Okay I get it. Thankyou.
 

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