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The Metric System For Dummies

Physics Science

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The Metric System For Dummies

Patrick Star giving a surprisingly correct etymology lesson is peak scientific comedy. The kilogram is indeed 1000 grams, with 'kilo' meaning 1000. The real punchline? The NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) representative just nodding along as if they're shocked a starfish understands basic SI units. Meanwhile, metrologists worldwide are having existential crises because the kilogram was redefined in 2019 using Planck's constant instead of a physical prototype. But sure, let's celebrate Patrick getting the prefix right.

The Brutal Rejection Of Scientific Desperation

Chemistry Academia Science Research Lab-life

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The Brutal Rejection Of Scientific Desperation

Chemistry students frantically searching for data the night before their lab report is due just to be brutally rejected by NIST! That single "No." hits harder than failing an organic chemistry exam. Every science student knows that desperate moment of hoping for a shortcut, only to have their dreams crushed by the cold, unfeeling database that's supposed to be their salvation. The academic equivalent of texting your crush and getting left on read! 💔📊