Division theoryand Prime Number theory

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the exploration of division theory and prime number theory, specifically focusing on the existence of patterns in prime numbers and methods for predicting them. Participants consider various mathematical concepts related to these theories.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested, Mathematical reasoning

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about a general formula for division and the existence of a theory that reveals patterns in prime numbers.
  • Another participant mentions the prime counting function, Mills' Constant, and other complex mathematical constructs, suggesting that no simple pattern exists among primes.
  • A different participant proposes that numbers like pi and e exhibit clear patterns in binary, speculating whether a similar pattern might exist for prime numbers in some base.
  • A follow-up response questions the existence of such patterns, indicating skepticism about the initial claim.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the existence of patterns in prime numbers, with some suggesting potential patterns while others argue against the simplicity of such patterns.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes references to complex mathematical concepts and the nature of patterns in number theory, but lacks detailed exploration of the assumptions behind these claims.

Moses
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Hey,
A while ago i hear about finding the division number theory [Tell how a number can be divied be another unmber as a general formula]. And i am wondering if there is a theory "desicovered" the pattern of the prime numbers. Or at least a fixed pattern for predicting some of the prime numbers "i.e. skipping some".
 
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actually i was thinking that number like pi and e have clearly obious patterns in binary. perhaps there's a pattern to primes in some base too...?
 
T@P said:
actually i was thinking that number like pi and e have clearly obious patterns in binary.

Really ?
 

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