Which branch of physics holds the most mathematics

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The discussion centers on identifying which branch of physics involves the most mathematics. Participants suggest that while all branches of physics utilize mathematics, quantum mechanics is noted for its complexity, particularly at advanced levels like quantum electrodynamics (QED). String theory is highlighted for its use of novel mathematical concepts, although opinions vary on whether it qualifies as a branch of physics. General relativity and efforts to unify it with the standard model, such as m-theory and loop quantum gravity, are also mentioned as areas employing highly advanced mathematics. Overall, the consensus is that while some branches may involve more difficult math, the use of mathematics is pervasive across all areas of physics.
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hi,
just wondering which branch of physics holds the most mathematics. because i love finding and using mathematic formulas. etc.

Thankyou,
Bye.
 
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Chaos Theory.

Claude.
 
And probably Theoretical Physics also comes close :smile:
 
ihopeican said:
hi,
just wondering which branch of physics holds the most mathematics. because i love finding and using mathematic formulas. etc.

Thankyou,
Bye.

Dunno about MOST maths, but I found quantum mechanics had the HARDEST maths... and that was only the basic stuff, not even QED.
 
String Theory. You can do mathematics which mathematicians haven't heard about or is also new to them.
 
I believe that all of mathematics can be applied to physics, even metamathematics, but the latter I'm not that sure.
 
I'd spontaneously place my bet at mathematical physics.
 
Jaden said:
String Theory. You can do mathematics which mathematicians haven't heard about or is also new to them.

String Theory is physics?
 
Pythagorean said:
String Theory is physics?

I have not found too many people who think so...
 
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I would think that cosmology wins this award hands down.
 
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Pythagorean said:
String Theory is physics?

I do not think so, and I have reason to believe I'm not alone...
 
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Well, all branches of physics use math equally heavily, so I don't think it makes much sense to ask which branch has the "most" math. Some branches have much more advanced and difficult math than others, though. General relativity and the attempts being made to unify it with the standard model (m-theory and loop quantum gravity) almost assuredly use the most difficult math.

- Warren
 
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Non-abstract calculations -- Particle physics, cosmology

Abstract- Maybe String theory(Dont really know others).
 

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