Oreo-Milk Symmetry Breaking (OM-Violation)

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the phenomenon observed when dipping Oreos into milk, specifically the difference in saturation when the cookie is held versus when it is simply dropped into the milk. Participants explore the implications of this observation and its potential connection to existing scientific models or theories.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Conceptual clarification
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant notes that Oreos do not become saturated with milk when simply dropped into it, but do so more effectively when held and dipped, raising questions about the mechanics of saturation.
  • Another participant references a documentary involving a physicist studying biscuit behavior in tea, suggesting a possible parallel to the Oreo-milk scenario and expressing interest in publishing the findings.
  • Multiple participants question the relevance of Google image search results related to "Oreo-Milk Symmetry," indicating a humorous or curious side discussion about search algorithms.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express curiosity and humor about the Oreo-milk interaction, but there is no consensus on the underlying mechanics or whether the observation warrants publication. The discussion remains exploratory without a clear resolution.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference a documentary and a specific physicist, but details about the assumptions or methodologies used in their observations are not provided. The discussion lacks rigorous scientific analysis or experimental data.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may interest those curious about food science, experimental physics, or the humorous side of everyday phenomena.

Pengwuino
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So I've found the strangest thing with oreos and milk. I have a glass of milk and when I just toss an oreo inside of it and let it sit, even for the longest time, it doesn't really get all saturated with milk and delicious. However, when I hold the oreo while dipping it in the milk, it becomes saturtaed and becomes oh so delicious... why in the world could this happen? It's like the cookie becomes soggy way faster if its held in on its side! Should I publish this result?
 
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Why is it that when I typed http://images.google.com/images?hl=en&q=Oreo-Milk Symmetry&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wi" into a Google image search, I got this for the first hit?

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Pengwuino said:
Should I publish this result?
I have seen a documentary involving a british physicist confronting his model to his measurements of biscuit in tea (seriously, I saw it with own eyes, I wish I could find the reference). He did not talk about oreo in milk however, so it is probably original results you have in your hands !

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I found him again !
Dr Fisher from Bristol
 
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Pengwuino said:
:smile: :smile: :rolf: oh my god its true! What the hell is with Google?

Google is spying you!:devil:
Run...I mean waddle ...:rolleyes:
 

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