What do you find most interesting in physics?

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The discussion revolves around the fascination with physics as a fundamental language of the universe. Participants express their intrigue in how the universe adheres to comprehensible rules, prompting a deeper exploration of these principles. The conversation highlights the awe of discovering the complexities within physics and raises philosophical questions about the nature of inquiry and whether the questions posed influence the outcomes. The exchange emphasizes the intellectual excitement and the profound insights gained from studying physics, reinforcing its significance in understanding the universe.
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Hey, I'm starting a career of knowledge in the subject of physics. I'm so interested in it because to me physics is the language of the universe and to know anything at all is to start in physics. I am just curious of what part of the subject made you so interested in physics.
 
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The idea that the universe in some sense "obeys rules" that we can understand was what got me into it. I just found that so amazing, it called for a closer look. Little did I know just how deeply one can choose to delve into those rules, with a surprise at every turn. Ultimately, you come away wondering if we are not in some sense "rigging the result" by making sure we ask the type of questions that can be answered via this "obeying rules" approach, but it is still amazing that there are any questions at all that can be addressed that way, even ones that are carefully chosen.
 
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