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Prime numbers, the building blocks of mathematics, have fascinated for centuries − now technology is revolutionizing the search for them

A shard of smooth bone etched with irregular marks dating back 20,000 years puzzled archaeologists until they noticed something unique – the etchings, lines like tally marks, may have represented ...
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How to identify prime numbers: A simple trick that works every time

Prime numbers have fascinated mathematicians for centuries, yet many students find them intimidating. Whether you're preparing for competitive exams like JEE, solving number theory problems, or simply ...
Scientific American

Prime Number Puzzle Has Stumped Mathematicians for More Than a Century

While I was looking for a gift for a child’s birthday, a math book fell into my hands. I am always fascinated when authors write about abstract scientific topics for children, whether it’s on Albert ...
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A Brief History of Our Obsession With Prime Numbers—and Where the Hunt Goes Next

A shard of smooth bone etched with irregular marks dating back 20,000 years puzzled archaeologists until they noticed something unique – the etchings, lines like tally marks, may have represented ...