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AryaKimiaghalam
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Curious to know why...
Geophysics is not considered a division of the American Physical Society (APS) because it is a highly interdisciplinary field that encompasses aspects of both physics and geology. As such, it does not fit neatly into the traditional divisions of the APS, which are based on specific areas of physics.
While geophysics does involve the study of physical phenomena, it is not typically considered a subfield of physics. This is because geophysics also incorporates principles and methods from other disciplines, such as geology, mathematics, and engineering.
Yes, geophysics is recognized as a separate discipline by many other scientific organizations, including the American Geophysical Union (AGU) and the European Geosciences Union (EGU). These organizations have their own divisions and sections dedicated to geophysics.
There have been discussions and proposals to include geophysics as a division of the APS, but so far, none have been successful. The APS does have a Topical Group on Geophysics, which serves as a forum for geophysicists within the society.
It is difficult to predict if geophysics will ever be recognized as a division of the APS. While there is a growing recognition of the importance of interdisciplinary research, the traditional divisions of the APS have remained largely unchanged. However, as the field of geophysics continues to advance and gain recognition, it is possible that it may eventually become a division of the APS.