Prime Approximation
Abstract
The proposed formula provides an approximation for the nth prime number, where n represents the position of the prime in the ordered sequence of all prime numbers. Instead of determining primality directly, the formula estimates the numerical value of the prime corresponding to a given index n. The use of the greatest integer function ensures an integer output, while the ±1 adjustment accounts for small deviations caused by rounding. This approach emphasizes simplicity and computational ease, making it suitable for quick estimation and educational exploration of prime number growth.
Fields of Study & Subjects
History and Theory of Mathematics
Analytic Number Theory Research
Experimental and Theoretical Physics Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 6 January 2026
- Language
- EN