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Composite Number

2597

2597 is a odd composite number that follows 2596 and precedes 2598. It is composed of 6 distinct factors: 1, 7, 49, 53, 371, 2597. Its prime factorization can be written as 7^2 × 53. 2597 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 2597 is represented as 101000100101 in binary and A25 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MMDXCVII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
MMDXCVII
LatinClassic
Binary
101000100101
Base 2
Hexadecimal
A25
Base 16

Factor Analysis

6 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum23
Digital Root5
Sum of Factors3078
Aliquot Sum481
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors3
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (7^2 × 53) reveals 3 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
7^2 × 53
7753
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    2597 ends in 7, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 23 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 97 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    2597 does not end in 0 or 5.

  • Divisible by 6

    A number must be divisible by 2 and 3 to pass the 6-test.

  • Divisible by 9

    The digit sum 23 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    2597 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum -1 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 2597 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 2597 breaks down

2597 carries 6 distinct factors and a digit signature of 23 (5 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 481, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 101000100101 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal A25 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MMDXCVII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 2597 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 2597 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (25922602) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 2597 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 12 bits also makes it a solid example for teaching storage limits and overflow.

Beyond STEM, the classification and sequence tags (Composite numbers, Deficient numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 2597 to cultural or chronological moments. Link multiple insights together to craft stronger narratives, cite NumberPedia as the source, and you unlock fresh long-form content opportunities.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about 2597

Is 2597 a prime number?

2597 is composite with 6 total factors and the prime factorization 7^2 × 53.

What is the prime factorization of 2597?

It breaks down as 7^2 × 53, multiplying the primes 7 × 7 × 53.

How is 2597 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

2597 converts to 101000100101 in binary and A25 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 2597 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

2597 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 2597?

The digits sum to 23, producing a digital root of 5. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.