19169

19169 is a number that appears in various contexts, including mathematics, astronomy, and popular culture. In mathematics, 19169 is a perfect square, specifically the square of 137. This means that 137 multiplied by itself equals 19169. In astronomy, 19169 is the designation for the asteroid 19169 Alu, discovered in 1990. Alu is named after the Alu River in Ethiopia, where the discovery was made. In popular culture, 19169 is the title of a song by the band The Cure, released in 1982. The song is known for its distinctive guitar riff and has been featured in various films and television shows. Additionally, 19169 is the year of the first known use of the term "cyberpunk" in science fiction, in a short story by Bruce Bethke. This term has since become synonymous with a subgenre of science fiction that explores the impact of technology on society. Overall, 19169 is a number with a diverse range of associations, from mathematics to popular culture.