Physics started as natural philosophy then became a science but one should not forget to explore its nature as it evolves ..and the realist element is undermined in my view.
Most theories are evaluated based on their alignment with this philosophy, i.e. not based on conceptual or logical coherence but based on realist connotations i.e matching the world, lakcing implicaions that are absent in nature.
Other philosophies complement physics, like conventionalist or relationalist but realism is the defining one and in my opinion has been interchangably, albeit not admitedly, used as a reference for what physics stands for.
In my work "Predictability in physical sciences" (available on my profile) i touch sone aspects of realism, mainly via its expression in oredictability pursuit, which is an overdue aim in physics, thus painting another argument for this thesis: physics is equally a science and a philosophy of realist criteria focused truth seeking
In physics, the primary objective is to understand the fundamental laws and principles that govern the behavior of the physical world. While there are different philosophical perspectives within the field of physics, many physicists adopt a realist stance. Realism in physics refers to the belief that there exists an objective reality that can be described and understood through scientific inquiry.
Realist physicists strive to uncover the underlying truths and explanations that accurately represent the physical phenomena they observe. They aim to develop theories and models that provide the most accurate and comprehensive descriptions of the natural world. This involves formulating mathematical equations, conducting experiments, and making observations to test and refine these theories.
The realist perspective in physics is rooted in the idea that there are fundamental laws and principles that govern the behavior of matter and energy. These laws are independent of human perception or interpretation and can be discovered through empirical investigation. Realist physicists seek to uncover these fundamental truths, often through the formulation of mathematical equations and theoretical frameworks that accurately predict and explain physical phenomena.
Mr Aloma,
Can you please elaborate on the other philosophical. Perspectives, beyond realism, in physics i. E do they have results. What %" of physicists adopt or embrace it, what are their main ideas about duacivery of physical world?
(you said" While there are different philosophical perspectives within the field of physics, many physicists adopt a realist stance")
And ar you affirmstivevwith the thesis that physics is in fact a realist philosophical approach to natural world, using such a framework to discern truths from not truths and not any other i. E mainly pragmatist or conventionalism or rationalist?