Primitive Root

In mathematics, a primitive root may mean either

  • a primitive root modulo n in modular arithmetic, or
  • a primitive nth root of unity amongst the solutions of xn = 1 in a field

Famous quotes containing the words primitive and/or root:

    Good music is very close to primitive language.
    Denis Diderot (1713–1784)

    The lack of money is the root of all evil.
    Mark Twain [Samuel Langhorne Clemens] (1835–1910)