Why Bill Nye The Science Guy Must Stay On "Dancing With The Stars"

He may have given the lowest scores by the judges, but he scored the highest in our hearts. Here's 10 reasons why he was THE contender to watch last night.

1. Because he showed up to practice looking like this on the first day:

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2. Because he brought a flower in a flask for his dance partner (and then explained the difference between a flask and a beeker to her.)

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3. Because he's so dedicated to his look, he practiced dancing in a bow tie.

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4. Because he danced to the theme song from Weird Science — the perfect song choice, obviously.

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5. Because of this move!

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6. And this move!

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7. Because he can conjure up lightning with his dancing.

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8. Because of the look of happy relief as his dance ended.

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9. Because the judges really didn't appreciate what he was going for.

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10. BECAUSE HE'S BILL NYE THE EFFIN' SCIENCE GUY!!

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Watch the whole segment here: