Ten Reasons That I like Theoretical Physics

For myself as a  teacher my appreciation for Theoretical Physics is driven by a number of factors.

1. It fosters great classroom discussion;
2. Addresses the fundamental nature of time and space;
3. Forces us to dig deeper in our thinking about entities that we take for granted;
4. Stretches the limits of human creativity with in a scientific framework;
5. Provides great application for what otherwise would be impractical mathematics constructs;
6. Links science to its original philosophical roots both existential and material;
7. Stretches the mind on a conceptual basis;
8. Ultimately impact virtually all other areas of science (look at the Quantum Mechanics Revolution);
9. Brings into the picture some of the Quirkiest scientific personalities;
10. Gives us a glimpse of what the future of science may have in s