Did you know pi has 202 trillion digits? You probably thought that there was only like a couple hundred… but no, 202 trillion is a lot!
March 14th celebrate pi because the date is 3/14 just like the first three digits of pi, 3.14. You’ve also probably have seen pi as the symbol “π.”
Pi is used to find the circumference and the diameter of a circle. Since pi is a decimal, it cannot be turned into a fraction. It’s also used in geometry, engineering, physics, medicine, and more.
Pi got its name from the Greek words “periphery” and “perimeter” which relate to the circumference of a circle.
Pi is used in a lot more than just math; it’s used in most calculations for building and construction, quantum physics, communications, music theory, medical procedures, air travel, and space flight.\
B-A seventh grade teacher, Mr. Hunter, celebrates pi day in his classroom. Students celebrate by having a pie eating contest and seeing who can name the most digits of pi. The winners get bonus points for his class.
“It’s a great way for the student to learn a few digits of pi,” Mr. Hunter said.
To celebrate pi day, try to say all of the digits of pi you know, or learn them! It’s a great way to celebrate this national holiday.
