3603
NGC 3603 contains some of the most massive stars known.
- Odd
- Composite
Where 3603 fits
Why 3603 is special
Several exceed a hundred solar masses, which is close to the limit above which a star is expected to tear itself apart.
Factors & digit properties
- Divisors (4)
- 1, 3, 1201, 3603
- Prime factorisation
- 3 × 1201
- Digit sum
- 12
- Digital root
- 3
Representations
- Decimal
- 3603
- Binary
- 111000010011
- Octal
- 7023
- Hexadecimal
- e13
- Roman numeral
- MMMDCIII
- Scientific notation
- 3.603 × 10^3
Other mathematical patterns
- Deficient number
- Semiprime
- Lucky number (mathematical sieve)
Related numbers & connections
Both are among the most active star-forming complexes in the galaxy, one obscured and one not.
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NGC 3603 is a starburst region containing several stars above 100 solar masses, near the theoretical upper mass limit for stable stars.
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Common questions
Is 3603 a prime number?
No, 3603 is not prime.
What are the factors of 3603?
The factors of 3603 are 1, 3, 1201, 3603.
What is 3603 in Roman numerals?
3603 in Roman numerals is MMMDCIII.
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