Just for fun (Earth Sciences)

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The discussion centers around an xkcd comic strip that humorously appeals to a niche audience within the Earth Sciences community. The comic is shared for its relevance and amusement, sparking interest among forum members. The thread was subsequently moved to the General Discussion category, indicating a broader appeal beyond the original sub-forum. The lighthearted nature of the content resonates with participants, highlighting the intersection of humor and scientific discourse.
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TL;DR Summary: An amusing trifle for a certain sub-sub-crowd

Forgive me if this post is a bit too outside of the scope, but I stumbled across this particular xkcd strip and I thought it would be well appreciated by the denizens of PF's Earth Sciences sub-forum.

https://xkcd.com/3088/
 
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