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“The formula for water is H2O. Is the formula for an ice cube H2O squared?” quote by Lily Tomlin
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“The formula for water is H2O. Is the formula for an ice cube H2O squared?”

Lily Tomlin

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Tonight Show, 1975

The joke highlights that chemical composition stays the same despite physical state changes.

In simple terms: Ice is still H2O, just solid.

Key Takeaway

Remember facts don’t change with form.

Themes

science humor education

Mood

playful lighthearted

Type

humorous educational

When to use this quote

  • school teaching
  • science communication
  • everyday conversation

Key Concepts

chemistry state of matter

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does physical form affect perception of substances?
  • Why do we find scientific jokes funny?
A Different Perspective

The humor may oversimplify complex scientific concepts.

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