The number "4998" is a four-digit integer that falls between 4997 and 4999. It is an even number, as it ends in an 8, and can be divided by 2 without leaving a remainder. In mathematics, it can be expressed in various forms, such as a sum of its digits (4 + 9 + 9 + 8 = 30) or as a product of its prime factors. In the context of numerical sequences, "4998" can be part of various patterns, such as arithmetic or geometric sequences. It may also appear in data sets, statistics, or coding systems, where it could represent a specific value, identifier, or code relevant to a particular field or application.