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I can tolerate algebra, maybe even a little calculus, but geometry is where I draw the line.
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The discussion revolves around a collection of science-related jokes and humorous anecdotes shared among forum members. A notable joke features a mathematician with a dog and a cow who are claimed to be knot theorists, leading to a playful exchange with a bartender. Other jokes include puns related to physics, such as Heisenberg's uncertainty principle and light-hearted takes on mathematical concepts. The conversation also touches on the nature of humor in science, with members explaining the nuances of certain jokes, particularly those involving mathematical notation. Additionally, there are references to classic jokes that have circulated over the years, illustrating how humor can bridge complex scientific ideas with everyday life. Overall, the thread highlights the community's appreciation for clever wordplay and the joy of sharing science humor.
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pinball1970
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I agree, I just end up going in circles.phinds said:
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Same with topology, I just tie myself in knots ....I'll get my coat ..
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You read his blog?ohwilleke said:
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I am taking a course in group theory but part of it didn't ring true.
Ok coat on and Uber ordered...
Ok coat on and Uber ordered...
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We have the metaphor "to jump in the triangle" for "going nuts".pinball1970 said:
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No.pinball1970 said:
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Not keen on cats. I prefer a varied dawn chorus rather than a muted and punctuated bird song, with ever increasing feline faeces to remove from my garden.ohwilleke said:
We don't have guns in the UK
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Dogs are for soup. Cats are gods.pinball1970 said:
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https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/22901/hot-dog-soup/ohwilleke said:
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I would alter the recipe: use smoked sausage or kielbasa; and grill the sausage first to get a little caramelized texture in there.Grelbr42 said:
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I know why my hope in humanity is rather limited ...
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jack action
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jack action
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OMG, yoinking this to send to my Burgess Shale Biologist sister.BillTre said:
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I wonder what's the most anachronistic element in that picture. Is it the rice? Is it wood?
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Glazed ceramic bowls, I would think.Bandersnatch said:
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The writing?Bandersnatch said:
The napkin?