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Discussion Overview
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.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Conceptual clarification
- Debate/contested
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.
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xkcd solves all major outstanding problems in cosmology: https://m.xkcd.com/2216/.
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256bits
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So there really is something to the spherical cow concept.Ibix said:
Who knew.
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It was a busy day...
...first a scientific diet was tested at the lunchtable...
...and later in the lab they found a new toy...
...while the folks at the accelerator were doing new discoveries...
...first a scientific diet was tested at the lunchtable...
...and later in the lab they found a new toy...
...while the folks at the accelerator were doing new discoveries...
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DifferentialGalois said:
Person 1: Did you hear about the dancer and mathematician?
Person 2: No, what does he do?
Person 1: Mostly square dance.
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mfb
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The angle doesn't depend on the mass :(
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But the thing does look tilted somewhat.mfb said:
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They also found that smoking is healthy. The longer you smoke the longer you live.fresh_42 said:
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Hidden variables solve all the mysteries.
https://www.gif-vif.com/backstage
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https://tylervigen.com/page?page=1Demystifier said:
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What do you get if you cross a sheep with an octopus?
A rebuke fom the ethics board.
A rebuke fom the ethics board.
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You've found Schrödinger's glass!Demystifier said:
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She was wondering why he has not yet told anything.His silence was killing her and so she started the conversation.
She- What’s the date today?
He- 29th Oct, 14
She- (in a cold tone) What is special about today?
He- (adjusting his tie in front of the mirror) Yes! Today’s date 29 is a prime number.
She- (little infuriated)- Anything else?
He- (thinks)- Well yes, if we write the date as 29.10.2014 then sum of digits is 19 which is also a prime number.That’s strange! But why are you asking;
(He was so excited that she has started taking interest in numbers as well. When he looks at her; she was staring at him with a look that showed- “This guy is hopelessly unromantic”
She- (tries to control her anger and asks in a calm tone) Anything special about this day dear with respect to us?
He- Yes, the sum of our wedding date 29.10.2012 is 17 which is also a prime number. See I still rememberrrrrr….Oh dang….
Hey Darling! Happy 2nd Wedding Anniversary! Oh! 2nd..great.. that’s also a prime number.
He got death stares!
She- What’s the date today?
He- 29th Oct, 14
She- (in a cold tone) What is special about today?
He- (adjusting his tie in front of the mirror) Yes! Today’s date 29 is a prime number.
She- (little infuriated)- Anything else?
He- (thinks)- Well yes, if we write the date as 29.10.2014 then sum of digits is 19 which is also a prime number.That’s strange! But why are you asking;
(He was so excited that she has started taking interest in numbers as well. When he looks at her; she was staring at him with a look that showed- “This guy is hopelessly unromantic”
She- (tries to control her anger and asks in a calm tone) Anything special about this day dear with respect to us?
He- Yes, the sum of our wedding date 29.10.2012 is 17 which is also a prime number. See I still rememberrrrrr….Oh dang….
Hey Darling! Happy 2nd Wedding Anniversary! Oh! 2nd..great.. that’s also a prime number.
He got death stares!
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Feynman's answer works as well:
It can produce some interesting results, but that's not why we do it.
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What is the difference between a auto mechanic and a quantum mechanic?
A quantum mechanic can get his car into the garage without opening the door.
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Operative word "can". The probability of that happening is very low indeed :D
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With a quantum mechanic, you take your car in and it's random whether it gets fixed and how much you are charged. Whereas with an auto mechanic... no, wait a minute...fresh_42 said:
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Why are auto mechanics like actors?fresh_42 said:
They often have to wait to get the parts
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Is he/she dead?fresh_42 said:
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jack action
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Also known as the Ghostian distribution.jack action said:
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OP: Did humans invent math or did we discover it? Does math even exist?
Reply: Listen, all we were trying to do was keep track of some sheep and then differential calculus happened.
Reply: Listen, all we were trying to do was keep track of some sheep and then differential calculus happened.
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