The Prime Number Code

The Prime Number Code

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Science, Mathematics

6th - 12th Grade

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The video explains the significance of prime numbers in encryption. Prime numbers, which are only divisible by themselves and one, are crucial for encoding information securely. While multiplying prime numbers is straightforward, reversing the process to find the original factors is complex, making it ideal for encryption. The video highlights the difficulty of breaking encryption codes, even with advanced computing power, due to the large size of numbers involved.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What challenges do banks face when encrypting information using large prime numbers?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Discuss the implications of a computer trying to crack a long encryption code.

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