Can Magic Squares be Applied in Mathematical and Scientific Research?

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The discussion explores the potential applications of magic squares in mathematical and scientific research, questioning whether they hold value beyond being curiosities or games. Participants share their insights and findings related to arithmetic sequences and magic squares.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses curiosity about the usefulness of magic squares in mathematical or scientific contexts beyond their recreational aspects.
  • Another participant claims to have discovered a unique relationship between arithmetic sequences and magic squares, presenting a 3x3 magic square and discussing its properties.
  • This participant provides a mathematical formula related to the summation of the magic square but does not clarify the variables involved, leading to questions about its meaning.
  • A later reply critiques the lack of explanation regarding the variables in the formula, suggesting that it is meaningless without further context.

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The discussion contains multiple competing views, with some participants presenting findings while others challenge the clarity and relevance of those findings. No consensus is reached regarding the applications of magic squares.

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Participants express uncertainty about the definitions and implications of the mathematical terms used, particularly in relation to the formula presented. There are unresolved questions about the significance of the variables in the context of magic squares.

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Greetings,

I'm curious if "magic squares" have been found to be useful in mathematical or scientific endeavors apart from an "oddity" or "game"
 
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Hello there!
I'm from Lahore - Pakistan. I've recently discovered a unique relationship between simple Arithmetic Sequence and Magic Squares & Cubes. I've also developed 3D models of that, too.
Magic Sqaures are basically a simple 2 Dimensional Arithmetic Sequence.
Now look at this smallest pattern of 3x3.

6 7 2
1 5 9
8 3 4
The summation of any horizontal, vertical line or either of the two main diagonals is 15.
Mathematically

n/2[2a+(n-1)d]
Sn= -------------------
Total no. of squares
Contact me if you like on me email address & I'll try to elobarate on this.
Thanks.
Qaiser Raza
Lahore - Pakistan
email : htc_leo_786@yahoo.com
 
Qaiser Raza said:
...
Contact me if you like on me email address & I'll try to elobarate on this.
Thanks.
Qaiser Raza
Lahore - Pakistan
email : htc_leo_786@yahoo.com

This looks like some kinds of advertising to me. :biggrin: :devil:
 
Qaiser Raza said:
Hello there!
I'm from Lahore - Pakistan. I've recently discovered a unique relationship between simple Arithmetic Sequence and Magic Squares & Cubes. I've also developed 3D models of that, too.
Magic Sqaures are basically a simple 2 Dimensional Arithmetic Sequence.
Now look at this smallest pattern of 3x3.

6 7 2
1 5 9
8 3 4
The summation of any horizontal, vertical line or either of the two main diagonals is 15.
Mathematically

n/2[2a+(n-1)d]
Sn= -------------------
Total no. of squares
Contact me if you like on me email address & I'll try to elobarate on this.
Thanks.
Qaiser Raza
Lahore - Pakistan
email : htc_leo_786@yahoo.com
You formula is meaningless if you don't tell us what n, a, and d are!
 

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