The number 279 is an integer that follows 278 and precedes 280. It is an odd number and can be expressed as the sum of three consecutive integers: 92 + 93 + 94 = 279. In terms of its mathematical properties, 279 is a composite number, meaning it has divisors other than 1 and itself. Its prime factorization is 3 × 3 × 31, indicating that it can be divided by 3 and 31. Additionally, 279 is the sum of the first 23 odd numbers, which is a notable characteristic in number theory.