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RNA vs. The Cooler RNA

Biology Science Academia
22 hours ago 19.3K views 0 shares
RNA vs. The Cooler RNA
Molecular biology textbooks really did us dirty with this one. Left side: regular RNA with its single-stranded, wonky spiral structure that we had to memorize for exams. Right side: "The cooler RNA" with a perfectly organized double helix that looks suspiciously like DNA. The pain of drawing that irregular RNA structure on tests still haunts biology students to this day. Pro tip: RNA isn't trying to be messy to annoy you - its single-stranded nature allows it to fold into complex 3D structures that are crucial for its biological functions. But try telling that to your 10th-grade self struggling to draw it correctly!

Pi's Never-Ending Reading Adventure

Math Science
22 hours ago 19.2K views 0 shares
Pi's Never-Ending Reading Adventure
Pi is sitting comfortably in an armchair, reading a book called "The Never Ending Story" - and that's the most mathematically accurate thing ever! The digits of π (3.14159...) continue infinitely without repeating, making it the ultimate never-ending story in mathematics. Even after calculating trillions of digits, mathematicians are still "turning the pages" of this irrational number's endless narrative. Talk about a character who's truly well-rounded! 😂

Her Shower's Got Chemistry

Chemistry Science
20 hours ago 18.9K views 0 shares
Her Shower's Got Chemistry
This is what happens when chemistry nerds have bathroom time! Someone's daughter meticulously drew the entire periodic table on shower tiles, turning an ordinary bathroom into a scientific sanctuary. The commenter's pun game is strong with "shower periodically" - simultaneously referencing the periodic table of elements AND basic hygiene habits. That wordplay deserves a Nobel Prize in Comedy! Next-level dedication that makes studying while shampooing actually possible. Future chemists take note: this is how you combine cleanliness with covalent bonds.

My Spotify Wrapped Age Was 300

Math Academia Science
20 hours ago 18.7K views 0 shares
My Spotify Wrapped Age Was 300
When your Spotify Wrapped reveals you've been calculating integrals to Euler's greatest hits all year. Nothing says "math enthusiast" quite like having a playlist dominated by mathematicians who died before recorded sound existed. I'm not saying I'm obsessed with mathematics, but if e^(iπ) + 1 = 0 were a bass drop, I'd be front row at that concert.

The Great Mathematical Philosophy Debate Of Middle Earth

Math Science Academia
21 hours ago 18.2K views 0 shares
The Great Mathematical Philosophy Debate Of Middle Earth
The eternal philosophical battle between Platonism and constructivism playing out in Middle Earth! One side claims we invented mathematics as a human construct, while the other insists we merely discovered mathematical truths already embedded in nature. Gandalf tries to mediate with some profound synthesis about inventing mathematical language to describe natural patterns, but quickly loses his patience with the academic debate. Nothing ends a mathematical philosophy argument faster than remembering there's an actual Dark Lord to defeat. Priorities, people!

The Great STEM Stampede

Math Engineering Academia
20 hours ago 18.0K views 0 shares
The Great STEM Stampede
The stampede toward engineering while the pure mathematics department sits empty! 🤓 The irony is palpable - everyone's rushing to build things without understanding the foundations they're built upon! Pure mathematics is like that friend who brings vegetables to a pizza party - absolutely essential for your long-term survival but tragically unpopular. Meanwhile, engineering promises shiny gadgets and actual employment opportunities! Fun fact: Without pure mathematics, engineering would collapse faster than my self-esteem after attempting to explain Fermat's Last Theorem at parties. The algorithms in your phone? Pure math. The bridges not falling down? Thank a mathematician who figured out those stress equations! But who needs abstract theory when you can build a robot that does TikTok dances, right? *maniacal mathematician laughter*

Stay With Me Now

Physics Math Science Academia
16 hours ago 15.7K views 0 shares
Stay With Me Now
Starting with the Pythagorean theorem and somehow deriving relativistic mass equations is the physics equivalent of saying "trust me, I know a shortcut" before leading someone through a dark alley and three different dimensions. That blue character's expression perfectly captures the moment when your professor skips seventeen steps and says "obviously, it follows that..." No brain required—just the audacity to connect completely unrelated equations and slap a QED on it.

The Selective Skepticism Olympics

Climate Science Physics
10 hours ago 12.4K views 0 shares
The Selective Skepticism Olympics
The selective skepticism is strong with this one! Nothing quite like rejecting climate science while simultaneously thinking you know better than nuclear physicists about radioactive waste management. It's the scientific equivalent of saying "I don't trust the pilot to fly the plane, but I'm totally qualified to land it!" Fun fact: Nuclear waste actually has strict disposal protocols involving specialized containers and geological repositories designed to last thousands of years. Meanwhile, climate change evidence spans multiple independent fields including oceanography, atmospheric science, and ecology. But hey, cherry-picking which expert consensus to ignore is practically a modern sport!

The Geodesic Secret To F1 Victory

Physics Math Science
10 hours ago 12.2K views 0 shares
The Geodesic Secret To F1 Victory
Racing on a sphere isn't just about speed—it's about geometry. While other drivers are taking the "shortest path" around the track, Verstappen's secretly calculating geodesic equations to find the mathematically optimal racing line on our curved planet. The difference between a flat-earther's route and a physicist's route is approximately one championship trophy.

The Deadly Dihydrogen Monoxide Conspiracy

Chemistry Science
10 hours ago 10.9K views 0 shares
The Deadly Dihydrogen Monoxide Conspiracy
The chemist's ultimate dad joke strikes again! "Dihydrogen monoxide" is just the fancy scientific name for... wait for it... water (H₂O) ! This classic science prank plays on how chemical names can sound terrifying to those unfamiliar with chemistry nomenclature. Next time someone warns you about this "deadly chemical" that causes thousands of drownings yearly and is the main component of acid rain, just hand them a glass of it and watch their face when you explain!

Metal So Hard That Scientists Name It W🔥🔥

Chemistry Materials Science
10 hours ago 10.7K views 0 shares
Metal So Hard That Scientists Name It W🔥🔥
Scientists literally named tungsten "W" because it's too metal for regular letters. With the highest melting point of any metal (6,192°F), this element is basically the death metal guitarist of the periodic table. The pun here is brilliant—the chemical symbol W comes from its German name "Wolfram," but paired with fire emojis, it transforms into "Wow" or "Whoa" – exactly what you'd say when you learn this beast can withstand temperatures that would vaporize lesser elements. Even its density is hardcore at 19.3 g/cm³, making it perfect for armor-piercing ammunition and radiation shielding. Talk about bringing the heavy metal energy to chemistry!

Know Your Flames

Chemistry Physics Lab-life Science
9 hours ago 10.4K views 0 shares
Know Your Flames
The perfect visualization of how scientists normalize extreme conditions! Red flames? "This is fine." Yellow flames? Just "getting quite warm." And blue flames, which burn at over 2,700°F (1,500°C)? Simply "extremely hot." Scientists really do have a gift for understating catastrophic situations. It's basically the scientific version of "minor technical difficulties" while the lab is literally melting around you. The progression from normal fire to blue flames is like going from "statistically significant" to "holy thermodynamics, Batman!"
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