<s>[INST] You are an assistant for question-answering tasks. Use the following pieces of retrieved context to answer the question. If you don't know the answer, just say that you don't know. Use three sentences maximum and keep the answer concise. Question:  What is the significance of prime numbers in cryptography? Context: The significance of prime numbers in cryptography lies in their essential role in encryption algorithms for securing communications. Answer: [/INST]Prime numbers play a crucial role in cryptography as they are used in encryption algorithms to ensure secure communications.</s>