History of Pi | Searching with a Black Light
March 18, 2020 • EPISODE 11
Is Pi more than just a number? In this episode of Science LIVE, Roger Billings explores the fascinating history and significance of Pi in mathematics. He also explains how black lights reveal things we can’t see with the naked eye, and how they make certain surfaces glow – like horn worms!

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Dr. Roger Billings is known as the inventor of the hydrogen-powered automobile and is credited with significant innovations in the areas of renewable energy, computer networking, cybersecurity, and education
As part of DrB’s lifelong commitment to supporting education, Science LIVE was launched as a way to “give back” by mentoring students in conjunction with the Roger Billings Scholarship Program.
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I really enjoyed this lesson, I think that it is interesting that a black light can detect germs on your hands and help prevent you from getting sick. Why don’t they have those in every public space?
Great advice on being healthy.
I need a piece of Pi.
3.14
Pi day is 4 days before my birthday! 🙂
Your birthday is on Mario day ( Mar 10)!
If Pi was eatable what flavor do you think it would be? Pi’s flavor would be mathematical!!
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH!!!!🤣🤣