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What Is Zero? (And Why Do We Need It?)
Episode 164

What Is Zero? (And Why Do We Need It?)

STEM with Dr. Owl

January 26, 202611m 44s

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Show Notes

Discover how zero acts as a crucial placeholder in math and forms the secret language of computers. Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy as they bake "zero cookies," investigate why Ancient Romans struggled with math, and learn why "nothing" is actually a superhero number. It’s a counting adventure where empty space means everything!

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