Explore the fascinating Yellowstone Permutation in this engaging video featuring Neil Sloane, founder of the OEIS. Dive into the mathematical intricacies of this sequence, inspired by the geysers of Yellowstone National Park. Learn about the rules governing the permutation, its connection to infinite primes, and the divisibility properties of its terms. Discover the graphical representation of the sequence and gain insights into the underlying theory. Grasp the significance of this mathematical concept through clear explanations and visual aids, making complex ideas accessible to math enthusiasts of all levels.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Rules
Geysers
Proof
Infinite Primes
Every Prime divides some term
The graph
The theory
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