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Composite Number

610

610 is a even composite number that follows 609 and precedes 611. It is composed of 8 distinct factors: 1, 2, 5, 10, 61, 122, 305, 610. Its prime factorization can be written as 2 × 5 × 61. 610 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 610 is represented as 1001100010 in binary and 262 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as DCX in Roman numerals. It also belongs to the Fibonacci number sequence.

Roman Numeral
DCX
LatinClassic
Binary
1001100010
Base 2
Hexadecimal
262
Base 16

Factor Analysis

8 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum7
Digital Root7
Sum of Factors1116
Aliquot Sum506
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors3
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2 × 5 × 61) reveals 3 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2 × 5 × 61
2561
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    610 ends in 0, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 7 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 10 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    610 ends in 0, so it is divisible by 5.

  • Divisible by 6

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

  • Divisible by 9

    The digit sum 7 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    610 ends in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 5 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 610 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbersFibonacci numbers
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Deep dive

How 610 breaks down

610 carries 8 distinct factors and a digit signature of 7 (7 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 506, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1001100010 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 262 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral DCX keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 610 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 610 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (605615) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 610 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 10 bits also makes it a solid example for teaching storage limits and overflow.

Beyond STEM, the classification and sequence tags (Composite numbers, Deficient numbers, Fibonacci numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 610 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 610

Is 610 a prime number?

610 is composite with 8 total factors and the prime factorization 2 × 5 × 61.

What is the prime factorization of 610?

It breaks down as 2 × 5 × 61, multiplying the primes 2 × 5 × 61.

How is 610 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

610 converts to 1001100010 in binary and 262 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 610 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

610 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular. It also belongs to the Fibonacci sequence.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 610?

The digits sum to 7, producing a digital root of 7. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.