What is xkcd?
xkcd is a popular webcomic created by Randall Munroe. It features comics about science, mathematics, technology, programming, and everyday life, often with a clever or humorous twist. The comic is known for its stick-figure art style and witty commentary.
What is "What If?" by xkcd?
"What If?" is a spin-off project by Randall Munroe, inspired by the xkcd webcomic. It’s a series of blog posts and a book where Munroe answers hypothetical questions with scientific rigor and humor. The questions often involve bizarre or extreme scenarios, and the answers combine physics, mathematics, and creative thinking to explore what would happen in those situations.
Examples of "What If?" questions:
- What if you tried to hit a baseball pitched at 90% the speed of light?
- What would happen if you drained the oceans and then dropped a bowling ball into the empty ocean basin?
The "What If?" series is both entertaining and educational, making complex scientific concepts accessible and fun. If you want, I can provide links to the xkcd website or specific "What If?" articles!
