The_Thinking_Theist Wrote:My question is, what is the point of the new sciences like astrophysics, quantum physics, etc. when the discoveries the research yields are so arcane that it doesn't even matter to anyone or change anything or help anyone?
Astrophysics + Quantum physics = shutting the creationists up when they ask how something can come from nothing.
Quantum physics = quantum entanglement = better encryption / quantum computers / transporter tech / instantaneous communications over vast distances....... The list goes on and on.