This dimension sorts scientific disciplines by the major branch they belong to. Wikipedia notes that the branches of science "are commonly divided into three major groups," formal sciences, natural sciences and social sciences. Browsing by branch keeps disciplines within the same major group grouped together.
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1. Online Etymology Dictionary: discipline
Online Etymology DictionaryOnline Etymology Dictionary, discipline entry, sense 2Quote, Online Etymology Dictionary, discipline entry, sense 2
The meaning "branch of instruction or education" is attested by late 14c.
Condensed Matter Physics (Wikipedia)
Earth Science (Wikipedia)
Wikipedia: Nuclear physics
Biophysics (Wikipedia)
Wikipedia: Molecular biology
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