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Infinity is not "the" number symbol. It is simply a symbol that represent the limit of very large numbers and saves people from having to write that long phrase every time.

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What does an infinity symbol look like?

An infinity symbol looks like the number 8 turned sideways. This is an infinity symbol: ∞ If for some reason that symbol does not come out properly, you can see the article listed below. There are several graphics of the infinity symbol there. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infinity


Is infinity a number?

No, infinity is not a number, in the mathematical sense. It is a symbol for "unlimited". As such it has uses in various theories in math and in physics. The simplest proof is adding a real value, such as 1, to infinity. Just as zero times any number is still zero, infinity plus any value will remain "infinity".


What is the number for infinity?

There is no specific number for infinity, seeing that the word infinity signifies that there are limitless combinations. However, infinity does have its own symbol which resembles the number 8 turned sideways and slighty squished.


Is infinity bigger than a googolplex?

No googolplex is a number however infinity is not it is a word or a symbol


What is the symbol for the biggest number possible?

The symbol for infinity looks like a horizontal 8.


What symbol represents forever?

The infinity symbol (∞) is often used to represent forever or eternity because of its continuous loop design. It is a symbol that signifies a never-ending or limitless concept.


How do you make an infinity sign on iPhone?

∞ -- Copy and paste this character if you want to use an infinity symbol on your iPhone. There is no infinity symbol available on the standard iPhone keyboard.


If there is an infinity symbol over a number how do you write it in a fraction?

Stating infinity as a fraction is something like trying to find what is north of the north pole. Infinity can only be infinity.


What is the numeral for infinity?

Infinity is not a number in the ordinary sense of the word and so there is no numeral. It is represented by the lemniscate symbol, ∞.


What does the number ifinerty look like?

The symbol for infinity is a horizontal 8.


What is the largest number there is a single symbol for in ancient Hindu?

It is the sign of infinity


How do you write the number infinity in numbers?

Infinity is not a number, it's a philosophical concept. You can't count up to it. The mathematical symbol is like an "8" on its side.Infinity = ∞