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Prime Numbers 60 to 70

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The natural numbers greater than 1 are called prime numbers. Prime numbers have only two factors, 1 and the number itself. Besides math, we use prime numbers in many fields, such as securing digital data, radio frequency identification, etc. In this topic, we will learn about the prime numbers 60 to 70.

Prime Numbers 60 to 70 for Australian Students
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Prime Numbers 60 to 70

A prime number is a natural number with no positive factors other than 1 and the number itself. And the prime number can only be evenly divisible by 1 and the number itself. Here are some basic properties of prime numbers:

 

  • Every number greater than 1 is divisible by at least one prime number.

 

  • Two prime numbers are always relatively prime to each other.

 

  • Every even positive integer greater than 2 can be written as the sum of two prime numbers.

 

  • Every composite number can be uniquely factored into prime factors.

 

  • Except for 2, all prime numbers are odd; 2 is the only even prime number.
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Prime Numbers 60 to 70 Chart

A prime number chart is a table showing the prime numbers in increasing order. The chart simply includes all the prime numbers up to a certain limit for identifying the prime numbers within a range.

 

For kids, it will be less difficult to understand the prime numbers through the chart. The significance of this prime number chart is used in different fields like the foundation of mathematics and the fundamental theorem of arithmetic.

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List of All Prime Numbers 60 to 70

The list of all prime numbers from 60 to 70 provides a comprehensive view of numbers in this range that can only be divided by 1 and the number itself. The prime numbers in this range are 61 and 67.

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Prime Numbers - Odd Numbers

Prime numbers and odd numbers are the numbers that are only divisible by 1 and the number itself. They cannot be evenly divisible by 2 or other numbers. 2 is the only even prime number.

 

Therefore, except 2, all prime numbers are considered as the set of odd numbers.

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How to Identify Prime Numbers 60 to 70

Prime numbers are a set of natural numbers that can only be divided by 1 and the number itself. Here are the two important ways to find whether a number is prime or not.

 

By Divisibility Method:

 

To find whether a number is prime, we use the divisibility method to check. If a number is divisible by 2, 3, or 5, then it will result in a non-prime number. Prime numbers are only divisible by 1 and themselves.

 

For example: To check whether 67 is a prime number,

 

Step 1: 67 ÷ 2 = 33.5 (remainder ≠ 0)

 

Step 2: 67 ÷ 3 = 22.33 (remainder ≠ 0)

 

Step 3: 67 ÷ 5 = 13.4 (remainder ≠ 0)

 

Since no divisors are found, 67 is a prime number.

 

By Prime Factorization Method:

 

The Prime factorization method is the process of breaking down the composite number into the product of its prime factors. For example: The prime factorization of 68: Let's break it down into the smallest prime numbers until it can’t divide anymore.

 

Step 1: 68 ÷ 2 = 34

 

Step 2: Now, we divide 34, 34 ÷ 2 = 17

 

Step 3: 17 is a prime number.

 

Therefore, the prime factorization of 68 is: 68 = 2² × 17.

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Rules for Identifying Prime Numbers 60 to 70

Rule 1: Divisibility Check: Prime numbers are natural numbers that are greater than 1 and have no divisors other than 1 and the number itself. In the divisibility check rule, we check whether the number is divisible by 2, 3, 5, and 7. If it's divisible by these numbers, then it's not a prime number.

 

Rule 2: Prime Factorization: In this prime factorization method, we break down all the numbers into their prime factors, showing them as the product of prime numbers.

 

Rule 3: Sieve of Eratosthenes Method: The sieve of Eratosthenes is an ancient algorithm used to find all prime numbers up to a given limit. First, list all the numbers from 60 to 70. Then start with the first prime number, 2. Mark all the multiples of 2 as non-prime.

 

Repeat the process for the next unmarked prime number and continue until you reach the square root of the largest number in the range. The remaining unmarked numbers are the prime numbers.

 

Tips and Tricks for Prime Numbers 60 to 70

 

  • Use common shortcuts to memorize prime numbers. 61 and 67 are the prime numbers in this range. Practice using the method of Sieve Eratosthenes efficiently.

 

  • Numbers like 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 68, 69, and 70 are not prime.

 

  • Knowing the common powers of numbers helps in avoiding unnecessary checks.
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Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them in Prime Numbers 60 to 70

While working with the prime numbers 60 to 70, children might encounter some errors or difficulties. We have many solutions to resolve those problems. Here are some given below:

Mistake 1

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Confusing composite numbers with prime numbers.

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A prime number has exactly 2 divisors: 1 and the number itself. Remember that composite numbers have more than 2 divisors. For example, 64 is not a prime number because it has more than 2 divisors.

Mistake 2

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Including 1 as a prime number.

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Always remember that primes are greater than 1. 1 is not a prime number because it has only one divisor: itself.

Mistake 3

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Not efficiently using the prime checking method.

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Practice using the method of Sieve Eratosthenes efficiently, or check divisibility by primes up to the square root of the number. For example, while checking the divisibility of 61, stop once you reach √61.

Mistake 4

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Not realizing about the primes in the larger range.

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Keep on practicing identifying the larger primes, as it helps to sharpen the skills of children. The usage of the method of Sieve Eratosthenes helps to solve this.

Mistake 5

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Forgetting that multiples of any prime number are not prime.

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Erase all the multiples of known prime numbers as soon as possible. For example, if you're checking numbers up to 70, you don't have to check numbers divisible by 2, 3, 5, or 7 because they are not prime.

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Prime Numbers Examples

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Problem 1

Is 67 a prime number?

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Yes, 67 is a prime number.

Explanation

The square root of 67 is √67 ≈ 8.19. We check divisibility by primes less than 8.19 (2, 3, 5, 7).

 

67 ÷ 2 = 33.5

 

67 ÷ 3 = 22.33

 

67 ÷ 5 = 13.4

 

67 ÷ 7 = 9.57

 

Since 67 is not divisible by any of these numbers, 67 is a prime number.

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Problem 2

Annie is trying to open a digital locker with a 2-digit number. The code is the largest prime number under 70. Which prime number will open the lock?

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67 is the 2-digit code of the digital locker and the largest prime number under 70.

Explanation

Prime numbers are natural numbers that are greater than 1 and have no divisors other than 1 and the number itself. The prime numbers under 70 are 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, and so on. 67 is the largest prime number under 70, therefore the code to open the digital locker is 67.

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Problem 3

A teacher challenges her students: Find the prime numbers that are closest to 60 but less than 60.

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59 is the prime number which is closest to 60.

Explanation

59 is a prime number because it is only divisible by 1 and the number itself. And the next prime number after 59 is 61, which is greater than 60. Therefore, the prime number closest to 60 and less than 60 is 59.

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FAQs on Prime Numbers 60 to 70

1.Give some examples of prime numbers between 60 and 70.

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2.Explain prime numbers in math.

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3.Is 2 the smallest prime number?

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4.Which is the largest prime number between 60 and 70?

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5.Why is 1 not considered a prime number?

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6.How can children in Australia use numbers in everyday life to understand Prime Numbers 60 to 70?

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7.What are some fun ways kids in Australia can practice Prime Numbers 60 to 70 with numbers?

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8.What role do numbers and Prime Numbers 60 to 70 play in helping children in Australia develop problem-solving skills?

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9.How can families in Australia create number-rich environments to improve Prime Numbers 60 to 70 skills?

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Important Glossaries for Prime Numbers 60 to 70

  • Prime numbers: Natural numbers greater than 1 that are divisible only by 1 and themselves. For example, 61 and 67.

 

  • Odd numbers: Numbers that are not divisible by 2. All prime numbers except 2 are odd. For example, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, and so on.

 

  • Composite numbers: Numbers that have more than two factors. For example, 64 is a composite number, as it is divisible by 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, and 64.

 

  • Sieve of Eratosthenes: An ancient algorithm for finding all prime numbers up to a specified integer.

 

  • Divisibility check: A method to determine if a number is divisible by another number without leaving a remainder.
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About the Author

Hiralee Lalitkumar Makwana has almost two years of teaching experience. She is a number ninja as she loves numbers. Her interest in numbers can be seen in the way she cracks math puzzles and hidden patterns.

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