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Subtle. I like that.DrClaude said:If only he could have had his way, he would have died at 57
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This forum discussion centers around a collection of science jokes, particularly those involving mathematics and physics. Notable jokes include a mathematician with a dog and cow discussing knot theory, and a play on Heisenberg's uncertainty principle. The humor often relies on advanced concepts such as the Jones polynomial and topological invariants, showcasing a blend of wit and scientific terminology. The conversation also touches on the cultural significance of these jokes within the scientific community.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of knot theory and the Jones polynomial
- Familiarity with Heisenberg's uncertainty principle
- Basic knowledge of topology and topological invariants
- Awareness of mathematical humor and its conventions
- Explore the concept of knot theory in mathematics
- Learn about the Jones polynomial and its applications
- Study Heisenberg's uncertainty principle in quantum mechanics
- Investigate the role of humor in scientific communication
Mathematicians, physicists, educators, and anyone interested in the intersection of humor and science will benefit from this discussion.
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Borg
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I don't know about that. It seems more like a quote from Plato.
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You are correct, it was Plato, signed and dated 345 BC.Borg said:
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One of all-time favorite skit(s). It's simply perfection, IMO.
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Wait, I thought he got Thagomized
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I see several bananas. Which one was added?jack action said:
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That was later, when he messed with the stegosaurs.jbriggs444 said:
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I think the world could use a series of such books.
(Source [the original source is easier to read]: https://questionablecontent.net/view.php?comic=5324)
(Source [the original source is easier to read]: https://questionablecontent.net/view.php?comic=5324)
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Now that’s the kind of book I’d love to writecollinsmark said:
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A young Russian politician, in training.
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Looks like the core to a nuclear bomb.
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Yes, that is the only reasonable explanation. I wish we had a photo from a second later.Borg said:
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The negative was overexposed.fresh_42 said:
That looks like the Demon Core, a plutonium sphere inside an aluminium hemisphere.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demon_core#Second_incident
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And people said lawn darts were dangerous, SMH ...collinsmark said:
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I've seen this meme somewhere else. It came with a quote: "The game you only win once."fresh_42 said:
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How do they know? No winner has ever been found!jack action said:
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BillTre said:
Oh dear! That took wayyyyyy to long, in the range of a quarter of an hour. Well, at least I could read it this time without a magnifier.
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So you were mysteriously transported 15 minutes into the future?!fresh_42 said:
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Probably. My major concern, however, is that I have been instantly in the frame of the nerd and couldn't understand her anger.Orodruin said:
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Fear the Borg. Their resistor is pointless.
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