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What makes Euler’s number so special

Math expert Dr. Xingping Sun offers insights.

March 27, 2023 by Strategic Communication

Also known as Euler’s number, the number e is a mathematical constant approximately equal to 2.71828. It can be characterized in many ways. But what does it represent? And what makes it so transcendental?

Missouri State University Distinguished Professor of Mathematics Dr. Xingping Sun explains to Popular Mechanics.


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