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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.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of knot theory and the Jones polynomial
- Familiarity with Heisenberg's uncertainty principle
- Basic knowledge of topology and topological invariants
- Awareness of mathematical humor and its conventions
- Explore the concept of knot theory in mathematics
- Learn about the Jones polynomial and its applications
- Study Heisenberg's uncertainty principle in quantum mechanics
- Investigate the role of humor in scientific communication
Mathematicians, physicists, educators, and anyone interested in the intersection of humor and science will benefit from this discussion.
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Whenever I see something like this I have to wonder if the actor (Sean Bean in this case) has seen it and what they think about it. I like to think they find it as funny as we do.DennisN said:one does not simply...
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I can safely say no.fresh_42 said:Btw., do young people still know what a jumper is?
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That Chuck Norris is an extremely paradoxical fellow, isn't he?Demystifier said:Chuck Norris can count real numbers.
Chuck Norris can shave all those and only those who don't shave themselves.
Chuck Norris can prove the Banach-Tarski theorem - by explicit construction.
Chuck Norris can prove his own consistency without being inconsistent.
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Chuck Norris always lies, and can tell you so.nuuskur said:That Chuck Norris is an extremely paradoxical fellow, isn't he?
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Lol... clever!nuuskur said:That Chuck Norris is an extremely paradoxical fellow, isn't he?
Ibix said:Chuck Norris always lies, and can tell you so.
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Can be compensated by the knowledge where the quote line is taken fromdavenn said:is it bad that I only recognise Feynman out of that group ??![]()
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fresh_42 said:Can be compensated by the knowledge where the quote line is taken from![]()
I recognise the line ... can't remember where from ... let me google it
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fresh_42 said:Can be compensated by the knowledge where the quote line is taken from![]()
ohhh ... Casablanca, that's right, a movie full of one-liners hahadavenn said:I recognise the line ... can't remember where from ... let me google it
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Lol, I got it... left to right...
I'll wait, though... .
Well, first letter of first name only... so you believe me... .
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Well, first letter of first name only... so you believe me... .
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Wire, you messing with me?
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Preamble: "borniert" is German for narrow-minded.
There have been three physical institutes around 1930 in Göttingen. Their directors were Robert Pohl, James Franck and Max Born. In order to distinguish the students, someone suggested to call them polished, franked and "borniert". It's reported that Born found it funny, although he got the worst group.
There have been three physical institutes around 1930 in Göttingen. Their directors were Robert Pohl, James Franck and Max Born. In order to distinguish the students, someone suggested to call them polished, franked and "borniert". It's reported that Born found it funny, although he got the worst group.
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A surgeon, very busy with himself and his specialist literature, one day read in a newspaper at breakfast the headline "Einstein abolishes the ether!" Shaking his head, he put down the paper and mumbled: "A small appendicitis would be enough to convince this gentleman of the necessity and usefulness of the ether."
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Picture b) explains the Oreo-geny of mountain building.davenn said:

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He should have gotten full credit. The picture starts off withPsinter said:
##\text{If } \lim_{x \to 8} \frac 1 {x - 8} = \infty \dots##
Since this is false, any statement you have in the conclusion (the part after "then") results in an implication that is true.
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Fixed: $$\text{If } \lim_{x \to 8} \frac 1 {(x - 8)(x - 8)} = \infty \dots$$
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True. Two sided limit does not exist there. I knew before posting, but then I was like: "Meh. It's just a meme."Mark44 said:He should have gotten full credit. The picture starts off with
##\text{If } \lim_{x \to 8} \frac 1 {x - 8} = \infty \dots##
Since this is false, any statement you have in the conclusion (the part after "then") results in an implication that is true.
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