In the centre of Krakow, close to Galeria Krakowska, there is the Center for Science and Senses WOMAI. A place where you will soon be able to learn about the history of a physics genius and the mysteries of mathematics on 14 March. On that day we will celebrate Albert Einstein's birthday and Pi Number Day.
π ≈ 3,14159 26535 89793 23846 26433 83279 50288…
And so it can go on ad infinitum. The number Pi is a mathematical constant that appears in mathematics and physics. It is definitely a magic number that has delighted mathematicians and scientists for centuries. It determines for us the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter. Regardless of the size of the circle, this ratio will always be the same. The number Pi is also associated with the Euler formula, known as the most beautiful mathematical formula.
How many decimal places from the decimal expansion of the number Pi would you be able to remember? More than 100,000 places? If so, you could break the Guinness record of a 60-year-old Japanese man in 2006.
Do you know why we celebrate Pi Number Day on 14 March? In American notation, the day is written as 3.14, which is associated with the approximation of the number π that we all still know from school.
Interestingly, this is also the date of Albert Einstein's birth and Stephen Hawking's death.
Albert Einstein is a theoretical physicist who is the founder of the theory of relativity and the author of the well-known formula E=mc^2. He is the winner of the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1921 and a Swiss and US citizen of German-Jewish origin. He revolutionised both mechanics and field theory, mainly in the classical version, although he also played a key role for quantum mechanics. He is regarded as one of the greatest geniuses in the history of science, and his name has become synonymous with intelligence.
You are cordially invited to the Center for Science and Senses WOMAI on 14 March for the interactive exhibition “Into the light” where you will learn that science can be fun. Einstein once said, "All our science, compared to reality, is primitive and childish - but it is still the most valuable thing we have." If you agree with him, we'd love to show you science in a fun way. You'll find scientific curiosities about the Nobel laureate near the reception while you wait for your tour. Tickets for purchase are available via www.womai.pl , but remember - places are limited.
Author: Agata
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