4352

4352 is a number that appears in various contexts across mathematics, astronomy, and popular culture. In mathematics, it is notable as a composite number, meaning it has divisors other than one and itself. The prime factorization of 4352 is 2^4 × 13 × 43, indicating that it can be broken down into smaller prime components. This number is also part of the sequence of numbers that are divisible by the sum of their digits (4 + 3 + 5 + 2 = 14, and 4352 ÷ 14 = 311), a property known as a Harshad or Niven number.

In astronomy, 4352 is the provisional designation of an asteroid discovered on October 16, 1987, by astronomer Schelte J. Bus at the Palomar Observatory. This asteroid is part of the main belt, located between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. It has been cataloged under the name 1987 UF, and its orbit has been well-documented by astronomical databases. The asteroid’s physical properties, such as size and composition, remain largely unknown without further observation.

In popular culture, 4352 has appeared in references related to cryptography and coding. For example, it has been mentioned in discussions about the RSA encryption algorithm, where large numbers like 4352 are used in mathematical problems to demonstrate concepts in number theory. Additionally, it occasionally surfaces in puzzles, trivia, or as a placeholder in technical documentation.

While 4352 itself does not hold widespread significance, its appearance in different fields highlights its role as a numerical example in broader scientific and cultural contexts.