World Pi Day 2024: International Day Of Mathematics And Worldwide Celebrations

World Pi Day 2024: International Day Of Mathematics And Worldwide Celebrations

As a tribute to the calculation of 3.4, which is often marked with the 'π' symbol, this occasion harks back to the chronicles of time in order to amass the people through the buzz of academic activities, vibrant exhibitions, and striking pie-eating competitions

Mariyam UsmaniUpdated: Thursday, March 14, 2024, 05:20 PM IST
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Mathematics may flummox your senses at times, but numbers are the key essence of the world and universe. You know numbers; that's why you understand the flickering light of uncountable stars.

Pi Day is another day for math enthusiasts to celebrate the discoveries and innovations of segment. As a tribute to the calculation of 3.4, which is often marked with the 'π' symbol, this occasion harks back to chronicles of time in order to amass people in the buzz of academic activities, vibrant exhibitions, and striking pie-eating competitions.

This day was declared to commemorate the landmark achievement of sorting the Pi approximation.

From The History To Present

Pi is regarded as a Greek letter, which showcases mathematical consent.

According to NASA, ''The ratio of a circle’s circumference (the distance around it) to its diameter (the distance across it) is always equal to pi. Most commonly, pi is used to answer questions about anything circular or spherical, so it comes in handy.'

Precisely, Pi is known as a bizarre decimal number that never repeats any number. Pi was first traced around 4000 years ago, and it played a significant role in the Babylonian and ancient Egyptian measurements.

After measuring the significance of Pi numbers, the US Congress declared March 14 as Pi Day, and educational institutions hailed this step.

The method to calculate Pi was introduced by the Greeks, and the ancient method was relevant until the 17th century, but now new conclusions have replaced the previous methods.

Current Celebrations

Pi Day is celebrated with pie, pizza, and amazing food with special offers in iconic restaurants. Throwing pies while debating the value of Pi is one of the most popular traditions of the day.

Several schools and colleges have different special events to honour its significance. Scientists, students, doctors, and fanatics cherish the hues and witty puns to sort the puzzles of the number-wrapped labyrinth.

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