3379
NGC 3379 is the standard elliptical galaxy.
- Odd
- Composite
Where 3379 fits
Why 3379 is special
It fits the empirical brightness profile that describes elliptical galaxies so closely that it is used as the reference example of one.
Factors & digit properties
- Divisors (4)
- 1, 31, 109, 3379
- Prime factorisation
- 31 × 109
- Digit sum
- 22
- Digital root
- 4
Representations
- Decimal
- 3379
- Binary
- 110100110011
- Octal
- 6463
- Hexadecimal
- d33
- Roman numeral
- MMMCCCLXXIX
- Scientific notation
- 3.379 × 10^3
Other mathematical patterns
- Deficient number
- Semiprime
Related numbers & connections
Both are elliptical galaxies, one the standard reference for the profile and one an active radio source.
View 4486 →Other connections
- contrasts with4486
why?
Strength 0.50, confidence "high".
Science
NGC 3379 is an elliptical galaxy whose surface brightness follows the de Vaucouleurs profile closely, making it a common reference for elliptical structure.
DocumentedSciencePeriod: 1784–
Common questions
Is 3379 a prime number?
No, 3379 is not prime.
What are the factors of 3379?
The factors of 3379 are 1, 31, 109, 3379.
What is 3379 in Roman numerals?
3379 in Roman numerals is MMMCCCLXXIX.
About this page's data
Mathematical facts:computed directly from the number's value — nothing to source or verify externally.
Contextual records: 1 reviewer-confirmed record, sourced and reviewed before publication.
Last reviewed: 3 August 2026