10596

10596 is a number that appears in various contexts across mathematics, computing, and popular culture. It is primarily notable as a composite number in number theory, which can be factored into smaller integers. Specifically, 10596 is divisible by 2, 3, 4, 6, 9, 12, 18, 27, 36, 54, 81, 108, 162, 243, 324, 546, 729, 1092, 1458, 2187, 2916, 4374, 5832, and 10596 itself. Its prime factorization is 2² × 3⁶, meaning it is a highly composite number, a term used for numbers with more divisors than any smaller positive integer.

In computing, 10596 has been referenced in programming puzzles and challenges, particularly in problems involving prime numbers or factorization. It is also sometimes mentioned in discussions about the distribution of prime numbers and their gaps, as it lies between the primes 10589 and 10601.

In popular culture, 10596 has gained minor notoriety due to its appearance in the 2004 film *The Matrix Reloaded*, where it is displayed as a sequence of numbers in a scene involving the Oracle. This reference has led to some speculation and internet discussions, though its significance in the film remains ambiguous.

Additionally, 10596 has been used in mathematical puzzles and recreational mathematics, such as in problems involving perfect numbers or the study of abundant numbers. While not particularly remarkable in itself, its properties make it an interesting subject for exploration in number theory.