Comic #6235: dunno

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Comic Description:

The comic consists of three horizontal panels with speech bubbles that convey different scenarios around scientific communication.

Panel 1:
Header: "WHAT SCIENTISTS SAY:"
Text: "Nobody is quite sure why this happens."
A character with round glasses and a neutral expression is shown with their arms raised in a gesture of uncertainty.

Panel 2:
Header: "WHAT THEY MEAN:"
Text: "There are at least two non-overlapping theories that both work pretty well."
A different character, similar in appearance but with a more animated expression and gesturing with one hand, communicates the more nuanced meaning.

Panel 3:
Header: "WHAT PEOPLE HEAR:"
Text: "It's aliens, ghosts, or Jesus."
The first character appears again, exaggeratedly expressing disbelief, with a pronounced mouth movement indicating strong feelings about the misunderstanding.

The panels playfully illustrate the gap between scientific communication and public perception, highlighting the often simplified interpretations people take from more complex scientific discussions.