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EPISODE · Jan 26, 2026 · 11 MIN

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

from STEM with Dr. Owl · host Orbital Owl

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! Want more fun science? Sign up for our email list at orbitalowl.com to get free materials and experiments related to this episode. CCSS-Math: Number & Operations in Base Ten (Place Value)

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