How are the numbers stored in a computer? Have students think of binary as a set of bulbs with on and off states. Take a look at how many numbers can be represented with a limited set of bulbs.

With this lesson plan, educators can teach the binary system to anyone who can count. Using this approach, many adults are also excited when they finally understand what bits and bytes really are.

Learn how to count in binary using just your fingers and how this skill can help you in arithmetic. Includes a set of practice questions.

An exploration of the binary system using U.S. postal zip codes. Discover what numbers the long and short bars in a zip code represent in this one page activity from the NCTM Math Challenges for Families collection.

The video lesson introduces students to the binary code. The concept is defined and examples are provided.

Learn why we have different number systems and expolre binary digits.

The binary number system is used to represent data in digital form. This site provides a binary calculator that will convert between binary, octal, decimal and hexadecimal, perform simple addition and subtraction, and do compliment and...

An introductory lesson explaining the system used for naming Binary Ionic Compounds.

An overview of the binary number systems in computer science.

Site provides a brief introduction to binary stars. Additional resources for students and teachers on this topic are offered as well as related topics.

In Spanish. This site has two educational games with step by step instructions. It also has a biography of different computers pioneers and an explanation of the decimal and binary system.

Find a quick, concise explanation of Binary Numbers. A table lists the first thirty-two binary (base two) numbers with their base ten equivalents.

This lesson will demonstrate how to write a chemical formula for a binary ionic compound when given the systemic name. It is 5 of 5 in the series titled "Ionic Compounds: Formulas from Binary Compound Names."

While our number system is based on the number 10, there are many other possible ways to organize a number system, which are explored here.

MathWorld provides a huge mathematics encyclopedia detailing the concepts of geometry, algebra, calculus, discrete math, number theory, and other math topics--complete with formulas, diagrams, examples, and references for thorough...

In this module you will study about Novae and Supernovae and will learn about the evolution of the binary system.

For this fourth grade performance assessment task, students sort candies according to their properties and demonstrate their understanding of binary classification principles.

This activity was developed to be used in conjunction with the NUMB3RS episode "Undercurrent," in which a victim is found with a Chinese hexagram tattoo. Students will learn about trigrams and hexagrams, Chinese characters made from...

At this site from the Astronomy Department of Cornell University, Kepler's three laws of planetary motion are stated. There are brief explanations of each, along with links to additional information on related subjects.

Learn how to name chemical compounds. Scientist world over use a standard method for naming chemical compounds based on an international standard that makes working with chemicals not only precise but safe as well. Includes quiz.

College-level physics course focusing on black holes. Course topics include general relativity, astrophysics, and elements of cosmology . Course features include selected video lectures, lecture notes, assignments, and exams.

This technical article explains MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions). MIME is a specification for enhancing the capabilities of standard Internet electronic mail. It offers a simple standardized way to represent and encode a wide...

At this website from Math2.org you will find tables with information about number words, meanings, and the symbols used to express them. At the very bottom there is also a Java Base Conversion Calculator.

At this site from Cornell University, Kepler's three laws of planetary motion are stated. There are brief explanations of each. The laws are applied to explain the features of planetary orbits as well as the motion of binary star...