Pi is the circumference of a circle divided by the diameter. However, it is also useful in the equation πr2.
Pi was discovered by Greek mathematician Archimedes Of Syracuse in the 200s BCE.
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Why Pi?
Pi is a Greek letter, similar to the Latin Alphabet's "p" as it makes the same sound. This is not to be confused with the Greek "r" eqivalent, which looks somewhat like a "p".
What is Pi Day?
Pi Day is celebrated on March 14th as March is the third month, which is a reference to Pi's first few digits- 3.14.
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