22 (twenty-two) is the natural number following 21 and preceding 23.
In mathematics
22 is a semiprime, a Smith number, and an Erdős–Woods number. <math>\frac{22}{7} = 3.14{\color{red}28}\ldots</math> is a commonly used approximation of the irrational number Pi|, the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter.
22 can read as "two twos", which is the only fixed point of John Conway's look-and-say function.
The number 22 appears prominently within sporadic groups. The Mathieu group M<sub>22</sub> is one of 26 sporadic finite simple groups, defined as the 3-transitive permutation representation on 22 points. There are also 22 regular complex apeirohedra.
In other fields
- There are 22 genetically encoded amino acids throughout known life that generate proteins during RNA translation.
- Catch-22 (1961), Joseph Heller's novel, and its 1970 film adaptation gave rise to the expression of logic "catch-22".
- 22 equal temperament is a popular microtonal tuning temperament due to its good approximation of harmonic intervals, especially septimal intervals.
In culture and religion
- 22 is a master number in numerology.
- There are 22 colored properties on a traditional Monopoly board.
- There are 22 cards in the Major Arcana suit of a traditional tarot card deck, though they are often numbered 0-21.
In weights and measures
- The number of yards in a chain.
In other uses
Twenty-two may also refer to:
- In French jargon, "22" is used as a phrase to warn of the coming of the police (typically "' !", in English: "5-0! Cops!")
- In Spanish lottery and bingo, 22 is nicknamed after its shape.
See also
- Catch 22 (disambiguation)