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Composite Number

8608

8608 is a even composite number that follows 8607 and precedes 8609. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 269, 538, 1076, 2152, 4304, 8608. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^5 × 269. 8608 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 8608 is represented as 10000110100000 in binary and 21A0 in hexadecimal.

Roman Numeral
N/A (1-3999)
LatinClassic
Binary
10000110100000
Base 2
Hexadecimal
21A0
Base 16

Factor Analysis

12 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum22
Digital Root4
Sum of Factors17010
Aliquot Sum8402
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors6
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^5 × 269) reveals 6 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^5 × 269
22222269
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    8608 ends in 8, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 22 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 08 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    8608 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 22 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    8608 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum -6 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 8608 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbers
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Deep dive

How 8608 breaks down

8608 carries 12 distinct factors and a digit signature of 22 (4 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 8402, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 10000110100000 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 21A0 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral N/A (1-3999) keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 8608 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 8608 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (86038613) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 8608 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 14 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 8608 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 8608

Is 8608 a prime number?

8608 is composite with 12 total factors and the prime factorization 2^5 × 269.

What is the prime factorization of 8608?

It breaks down as 2^5 × 269, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 269.

How is 8608 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

8608 converts to 10000110100000 in binary and 21A0 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 8608 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

8608 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 8608?

The digits sum to 22, producing a digital root of 4. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.