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.
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.
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.
Readers interested in science humor, particularly in physics and mathematics, may find this collection entertaining and thought-provoking.
"It's the only way to be sure."BillTre said:
Am I missing something?Hamiltonian299792458 said:
Gives a new meaning to "das Runde muss ins Eckige" ("the round one has to go into the angled/square one", originally referring to the round ball that has to go into the rectangular goal).fresh_42 said:
Or as our American users would say: The egg must go between the suspenders.mfb said:
WITW? I missed the memo, I guess...fresh_42 said:
berkeman said:
That one class he skipped back when in quantum physics probabilities and Bells theorem would have come in handy now, the guy's thinking.Demystifier said:
Demystifier said:
The logical paradox arises from self-reference ("... this question ..."), similarly to the liar paradox or Russell's antinomy.Jarvis323 said:
@PeterDonis is moonlighting as a meter maid?fresh_42 said: