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1987

1987 is the year the Montreal Protocol was signed.

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Where 1987 fits

Where 1987 fits: Mathematics, Related numbersMathematics: Prime, Lucky number (mathematical sieve). Related numbers: 1980, 2015, 1985.MathematicsPrimeLucky number (mathematical …Related numbers1980201519851987
1987 connects to 2 worlds: mathematics, related numbers.

Why 1987 is special

It phased out ozone-depleting chemicals and is the only UN treaty ratified by every member state. The ozone hole is measurably recovering, which makes it the clearest example of an international environmental agreement working.

1987 is part of

Factors & digit properties

Divisors (2)
1, 1987
Prime factorisation
1987
Digit sum
25
Digital root
7

Representations

Decimal
1987
Binary
11111000011
Octal
3703
Hexadecimal
7c3
Roman numeral
MCMLXXXVII
Scientific notation
1.987 × 10^3

Other mathematical patterns

Related numbers & connections

Documented appearance
Smallpox eradication and the Montreal Protocol. Both are cases of coordinated international action achieving a measurable, verifiable result.

Smallpox eradication and the Montreal Protocol. Both are cases of coordinated international action achieving a measurable, verifiable result.

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Connection
The Montreal Protocol bound every state to phase out specific chemicals; the Paris Agreement lets each set its own targets with no enforcement. The first worked measurably and the second achieved universal participation.

The Montreal Protocol bound every state to phase out specific chemicals; the Paris Agreement lets each set its own targets with no enforcement. The first worked measurably and the second achieved universal participation.

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Numbers Around Us

  • appears alongside1980
    why?

    Strength 0.50, confidence "high".

Other connections

  • contrasts with2015
    why?

    Strength 0.50, confidence "high".

  • developed from1985
    why?

    Strength 0.50, confidence "high".

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Law & regulation

  • The Montreal Protocol phased out ozone-depleting chemicals and is the only UN treaty ratified by every member state. The ozone hole is measurably recovering, which makes it the clearest evidence that international environmental agreements can work.

    DocumentedLaw & regulationGeography: International — every UN member statePeriod: 1987

Common questions

Is 1987 a prime number?

Yes, 1987 is prime — it has exactly two positive divisors: 1 and itself.

What are the factors of 1987?

The factors of 1987 are 1, 1987.

What is 1987 in Roman numerals?

1987 in Roman numerals is MCMLXXXVII.

About this page's data

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Contextual records: 1 reviewer-confirmed record, sourced and reviewed before publication.

Last reviewed: 3 August 2026

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