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.
Douglas Adams used effectively the same joke in 1978 at the beginning of one of the original radio episodes of The Hitchhikers' Guide to the Galaxy. The episode begins with a plot recap:ohwilleke said:
That reminds me of the "What is physics?" Big Bang Theory episode:ohwilleke said:
jack action said:
Always tricky to extrapolate from a sample of one.BillTre said:
If they were extant, you would still not hear them pee, because reptiles and birds do not pee. They have a cloaca, and so produce a paste, not a liquid, as is evidenced by coprolites.Grelbr42 said:
I think Congress cut funding for SETI research many years ago, prompting speculation that we might try the more challenging task of searching for signs of intelligence in Congress...BillTre said:
What about chirality?gmax137 said:
She is clearly right-handed.valenumr said:
Programmers should encompass "single."Wrichik Basu said:
It's the way you tell 'em...phinds said: