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This thread features a collection of science-related jokes, puns, and humorous anecdotes, primarily focusing on physics, mathematics, and engineering concepts. The discussion includes various types of jokes, some of which are derived from literature, while others are original contributions from participants.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares a joke about a mathematician, a dog, and a cow, highlighting the humor in knot theory.
  • Another participant introduces a joke about Heisenberg's uncertainty principle in a romantic context.
  • Several jokes reference mathematical conventions, such as the use of epsilon in calculus, with some participants seeking clarification on the humor.
  • A joke about a communication between Americans and Canadians illustrates a humorous misunderstanding, with historical context provided by a participant.
  • Participants discuss the nature of jokes, including the structure of short jokes and the implications of scientific terminology in humor.
  • There are multiple jokes involving Heisenberg, with one participant noting the brevity of a specific version of the joke.
  • A humorous take on a scientific method is shared, with some participants expressing curiosity about the referenced group of scientists.
  • Another joke involves a metaphorical description of a woman's experience during childbirth, framed in scientific terms.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally share jokes and humorous anecdotes without a clear consensus on any specific joke or concept. Some jokes prompt requests for clarification, indicating varying levels of understanding and appreciation for the humor presented.

Contextual Notes

Some jokes rely on specific scientific knowledge or conventions that may not be universally understood, leading to requests for explanations. The humor often hinges on wordplay and the intersection of scientific concepts with everyday situations.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in science humor, particularly in physics and mathematics, may find this collection entertaining and thought-provoking.

  • #3,871
Ibix said:
I asked the librarian for books on paranoia. She said "they're behind you."
For British readers, that joke also works for "pantomimes".
Oh no, it doesn't.​
Oh yes, it does.
 
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The Queen of Shitty Robots (quite fun):

 
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This is a temporary walkway decoration for the local high school graduation ceremony next week. It leads from the courtyard into the auditorium where the ceremony will be held. I hope the HS science teacher did not help to design it...

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Population per capita across U.S. states​



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  • #3,886
fresh_42 said:

Population per capita across U.S. states​



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It doesn't take into account the people who aren't quite all there.
 
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fresh_42 said:

Population per capita across U.S. states​



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Yesterday, I almost posted this one, then I found out that there was an actual map like that made for 1860:

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Only in the USA. :doh:
 
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jack action said:
Yesterday, I almost posted this one, then I found out that there was an actual map like that made for 1860:


Only in the USA. :doh:

Slaves, maybe?
 
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jack action said:
Yesterday, I almost posted this one, then I found out that there was an actual map like that made for 1860:


Only in the USA. :doh:
This reminded me of this rather disturbing fact:

Globally, the average number of skeletons inside people is slightly more than one.
 
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fresh_42 said:
Slaves, maybe?

Yes. A shameful part of US history overall. The 3/5 aspect specifically is in the US constitution Article I., section 2. For the purposes of representation, each non-free person (i.e., slaves) only counted as three fifth of a person. Indians (Native Americans) who weren't taxed didn't count at all.

This was later undone by the 13th and 14th amendments.
 
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collinsmark said:
Yes. A shameful part of US history overall. The 3/5 aspect specifically is in the US constitution Article I., section 2. For the purposes of representation, each non-free person (i.e., slaves) only counted as three fifth of a person. Indians (Native Americans) who weren't taxed didn't count at all.

This was later undone by the 13th and 14th amendments.
Indeed, this notion holds true today for undergraduate research assistants. And don't ****ing try convincing them otherwise!
 
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  • #3,898
Rachel Zegler, from all the controversy has backed away from acting, and turned to astrophysics.
Already a success.
She has found 7 Dwarf Stars.
 
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The original Iron Man.webp


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The largest prime curiously is also the smallest:
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