Ideal Gas in the Classroom: Quiet and Not Smelly?

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Start date Dec 23, 2009
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The discussion highlights humorous moments in a physics class focused on the concept of ideal gases. A student jokingly described ideal gases as "quiet and not smelly," leading to laughter among classmates. Additionally, a story was shared about a student who arrived late to class and responded to the teacher's inquiry with the witty remark, "because I am not early." These anecdotes emphasize the lighthearted atmosphere in an academic setting, showcasing how humor can enhance the classroom experience.

Dec 23, 2009

SELFMADE

We were in our intro physics class and the prof was talking about ideal gas. He asked what are the qualities of ideal gas to which I replied "quiet and not smelly". Classroom exploded

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Feb 14, 2010

Andy

Friend of mine once walked into class several minutes late, when asked by the teacher why he was late he very calmly announced "because I am not early."

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