You don't want a minke in the bath tub Whale Flatulence

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Researchers have captured what is believed to be the first photograph of a minke whale releasing gas in Antarctica, sparking interest and humor among forum participants. The discussion touches on the potential for whale flatulence to create bubbles, with some jokingly suggesting the idea of igniting the gas. However, others caution against such dangerous antics, emphasizing the large volume of gas released and the potential risks involved. The conversation blends scientific curiosity with lighthearted banter, highlighting the intersection of humor and serious scientific inquiry.
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Whale flatulence stuns scientists

The researchers claim this is the first photograph of a minke whale letting one go in the icy waters of Antarctica. It was taken from the bow of a research vessel.

http://www.thesundaymail.news.com.au/common/story_page/0,5936,6947020%5E421,00.html
 
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Do you suppose given a big enough cigar it could blow a smoke ring too?
 
I wonder if there's any connection
to "Mysterious Bubbles Sink
Ships In Bermuda Triangle
"?
 
I want to see someone lite that fart!
 
Originally posted by zoobyshoe
I wonder if there's any connection
to "Mysterious Bubbles Sink
Ships In Bermuda Triangle
"?

That's it. Brilliant!
 
Originally posted by Andy
I want to see someone lite that fart!

I would (respectfully{?}) suggest you volounteer!
 
If you want to be like that Robin you know where you can put your respect.
 
Originally posted by Andy
If you want to be like that Robin you know where you can put your respect.

Cheese, no sense of humor, and no respect either.

Mr. Robin Parsons
 
Originally posted by Andy
I want to see someone lite that fart!
See this is a Science Forum, least last I had Heard, and in any kind of "Real Science application" what you are suggesting, although humorous I suppose, would work out to be very dangerous, given the fact that the scientists who reported upon this event commented upon the fact that they could smell this cloud of gas as it broke over the prow of the ship, ergo it was a LARGE volume of gas that would, when someone humorously (silly, and stupidly too) goes up to Lite it, probably blow them right off of the ship.

That is why I suggested that you do it, cause in a reality, in a/the real setting, it would be a really really silly/stupid thing to try. Not only is there a distinct possiblity that you would be seriously injured, (not that that matters?) but you might just hurt several others as well...Not known as a bright thing to do! and it makes kinda certain that you would not be the kind of person invited to go along on such a venture.

Understand me now?
 
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Whilst sober i didnt understand you buit whilst drunk i do does that make it easier for tyou to understanf?
 
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Originally posted by Andy
Whilst sober i didnt understand you buit whilst drunk i do does that make it easier for tyou to understanf?

Happy Birthday[/color][/size]

(you'll forget it soon enough?)
 
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Cheers Mate!
 

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