Prime Factorization is critical to encryption programs. I do this activity on day 3 of any secondary math class. It requires 20 minutes of class time. This activity is a review of concepts and terminology that the students will use throughout the year: Prime numbers, Factoring, Products, Exponents, Factor TreeAnswers are providedTargets:Define Prime FactorizationSolve for Prime FactorizationRecognize that prime factorization is used for encryptionTo identify prime number and composite numbers