172372

172372 is a number that can be represented in various mathematical and scientific contexts. As an integer, it falls between 172371 and 172373. Its prime factorization is 2 x 2 x 43093. Therefore, 172372 is an even composite number.

In astronomy, 172372 could potentially refer to a catalog designation for a celestial object, such as an asteroid or a star, although no widely recognized astronomical body is currently designated as such. Its properties would depend on what it represents.

In computer science, 172372 might appear as a data value, an identifier, or a result of a calculation. Its significance would be entirely dependent on the specific application or system.

The number 172372 has no commonly known cultural or historical significance. It is not associated with any particular event, person, or tradition.

Its properties as a number are straightforward: it is an integer, it is divisible by 2 and 43093, and it is larger than 1 and smaller than infinity. The sum of its digits is 1+7+2+3+7+2 = 22.