maths
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The Correct Way(s) To Load A Dishwasher
The dishwasher! The perennial optimization problem. Even the chronically untidy have been known to harbour strong opinions on efficient loading technique. But did you know dishwasher manuals actually include photos and illustrations of ideal rack layouts? (Be honest — did you even realise your dishwasher had a manual?)
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Mathematicians Discovered Something Super Freaky About Prime Numbers
Mathematicians have discovered a surprising pattern in the expression of prime numbers, revealing a previously unknown “bias” to researchers.
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How Pointy Brackets Became A Computing Icon
Video: The <pointy brackets> are an archetypal pair of characters in the world of computing. But if you’ve ever wondered how they became so pervasive, you’re in luck.
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These Amazing Immersive Models Help Scientists Understand The Structure Of Forests
Tropical forest are large, complex and easy to get lost in — which isn’t helpful if you’re trying to study them. Now, scientists are using these amazing immersive mathematical models to understand the intricacies of tree canopies around the world.