Point Spread
Point Spread — The number of points by which a stronger team can be expected to defeat a weaker teamMore information
All the math
NUMB3RS has opened the eyes of many people to the ways math and science can be used to solve crimes. This is a list of all the math and science concepts used in the series with links to on-line sources to find more information or articles written by mathematicians and scientists explaining the concepts used in episodes.
Fractals
Fractals — a geometric object which is rough or irregular on all scales of length More information
Cellular Automation
Cellular Automaton — an infinite regular grid if cells, each one in a finite number of statesMore information
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Kitt Peak National Observatory
Kitt Peak National Observatory — located in the Sonora Desert in ArizonaMore information
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Quantum Entanglement
Quantum Entanglement — in quantum mechanics: the idea that two objects can be described together even though they are separated in space.More information
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Pi
Pi — 3.14159 a mathematical constant for the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameterMore information
Decision Theory
Decision Theory — making the optimal decision for a given event based on all known factorsMore information
Dark Matter
Dark Matter — matter that cannot be directly observed, but its presence can be inferred based on its effect on surrounding objects. More information