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Sexadecimal Number System

Description:

The sexadecimal number system, also known as base-16, is a numeral system comprised of 16 symbols. It is primarily used in computer science and mathematics. Each digit in this system can have a value from 0 to 15, where digits 0-9 are represented by their respective numerals, and digits 10-15 are represented by the letters A-F. This system is commonly used in computer programming to represent hexadecimal values.

Examples:

As a Noun:

1. The sexadecimal number system is widely used in computer memory addressing.
2. Converting binary numbers to the sexadecimal system requires grouping the binary digits into sets of four.
3. Programmers often work with sexadecimal numbers while coding complex algorithms.

As an Adjective:

1. Learning the sexadecimal number system is important for understanding low-level computer operations.
2. The sexadecimal notation is more compact than binary representation.
3. When working with graphics, hexadecimal colors are commonly used in web development.

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