138150

138150 is a number that appears in various contexts across mathematics, computing, and popular culture, though it lacks a universally recognized specific meaning. In mathematics, it is a composite number, divisible by 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 17, and 19, among others. Its prime factorization is 2 × 3 × 5 × 7 × 11 × 13, making it a product of the first six prime numbers. This property has led to its occasional use in examples involving prime factorization or the study of highly composite numbers.

In computing, 138150 is sometimes referenced in discussions about integer overflow or large number handling, particularly in programming languages or systems where such values may pose challenges. It has also appeared in obscure or niche programming puzzles, often as part of a sequence or challenge involving factorials or combinatorial mathematics.

The number has gained minor notoriety in popular culture due to its inclusion in the 2015 film *The Martian*, where it is referenced in a scene involving a mathematical calculation by the protagonist, Mark Watney. The film’s portrayal of the number as significant in a survival scenario has led to some internet speculation and meme culture, though its role in the story is largely symbolic rather than mathematically critical.

Beyond these contexts, 138150 does not hold widespread significance. Its structure as a product of the first six primes makes it a subject of interest in number theory, but it remains an uncommon figure in broader discussions. For those exploring its properties, it serves as an illustrative example of prime factorization and the behavior of composite numbers.