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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.
PREREQUISITESMathematicians, physicists, educators, and anyone interested in the intersection of humor and science will benefit from this discussion.
So there really is something to the spherical cow concept.Ibix said:xkcd solves all major outstanding problems in cosmology: https://m.xkcd.com/2216/.
DifferentialGalois said:Person 1: Did you hear about the musician and mathematician?
But the thing does look tilted somewhat.mfb said:The angle doesn't depend on the mass :(
"Honey, am I fat?"mfb said:The angle doesn't depend on the mass :(
They also found that smoking is healthy. The longer you smoke the longer you live.fresh_42 said:Scientists figured out that birthdays are extremely healthy. With a 3 sigma confidence they have shown that people with more birthdays tend to live longer.
https://tylervigen.com/page?page=1Demystifier said:They also found that smoking is healthy. The longer you smoke the longer you live.
You've found Schrödinger's glass!Demystifier said:Hidden variables solve all the mysteries.
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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:What is the difference between a auto mechanic and a quantum mechanic?
Why are auto mechanics like actors?fresh_42 said:What is the difference between a auto mechanic and a quantum mechanic?
Is he/she dead?fresh_42 said:
Also known as the Ghostian distribution.jack action said: