Why I fell in love with monster prime numbers

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February 14, 2015 classic TED Talk Adam Spencer: Why I fell in love with monster prime numbers 17:17 minutes · TED2013 They're millions of digits long, and it takes an army of mathematicians and machines to hunt them down -- what's not to love about monster primes? Adam Spencer, comedian and lifelong math geek, shares his passion for these odd numbers, and for the mysterious magic of math. Watch now »     Playlist of the Day The weird science of love Love often feels inexplicable, the most unpredictable of forces. Using science, math and methodical observation, these speakers offer clues to understanding it. Watch » 5 talks · Total run time 1:28:39 Become a fan on Facebook Follow us @TEDTalks Apply to attend

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