Eight

Eight is a number that holds significant importance in various fields such as mathematics, science, and culture. It is an even number and is considered a lucky number in some cultures.

Mathematics

In mathematics, eight is a composite number, its proper divisors being 1, 2, and 4. It is twice four or four times two. A polygon with eight sides is an octagon. Figurate numbers representing octagons (including eight) are called octagonal numbers.

Science

In science, eight is the atomic number of oxygen, and the eightfold way is used to classify sub-atomic particles.

Culture

In culture, eight is considered a lucky number in Chinese and other Asian cultures because it sounds like the word "prosper" or "wealth". In regional dialects the words for "eight" and "fortune" are also similar.

See also

• Number
• Mathematics
• Science
• Culture

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