Why is Pi so occurring in physics

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Pi (π) is a fundamental constant that appears extensively in physics, particularly in the mathematics of cyclic and oscillatory behavior. It is intrinsically linked to other constants, such as e, which describes non-cyclic changes like growth and decay. The relationship between these constants is exemplified by the equation eπi = -1, a concept that generates significant excitement within the mathematical community. This relationship is considered as intriguing as Einstein's equation E=mc2.

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Pi is everywhere in physics. Why is that.
 
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Pi occurs naturally in the mathematics of cyclic or oscillatory behavior.
 
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Pi is everywhere in physics. Why is that.
π is only one of several fundamental constants that turn up in Science. e is a constant that is involved in the description of non-cyclic changes - growth and decay. But those two constants have an odd relationship with each other and other mathematical constants
It also happens that
eπi = -1
That's something 'inside Maths' which everyone finds exciting and, to my mind, it's at least as interesting as E=mc2. When we were told that for the first time, the whole class were shuffling in their seats with amazement.
 
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