Swiss Scientists Calculate Pi To A Record-Breaking 62.8 Trillion Decimals!

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Swiss researchers recently calculated pI to its first 62.8 trillion decimal places
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Even those that do not particularly care for math will agree that pi, or “π," is fascinating. The numerical constant — defined as the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter— is recognized by most as 3.14. However, Pi is an irrational number. This means it can't be written as a fraction. Instead, it is infinitely long and never forms a repeating pattern. While individuals attempt to break records by memorizing pi's decimal points, scientists strive to find its most accurate value using new algorithms and powerful computers.

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