Is Infinity x 0 Equal to Zero? • Physics Forums
Jan 25, 2017 · What is infinity times zero? Isn't it zero? I mean, infinity times zero is the same as zero an infinite amount of times, and adding zero infinitely would give zero because even …
Dividing by infinity, exactly, finally! • Physics Forums
May 31, 2023 · Why not use these number systems, in place of the real number system, when these allow us to divide by infinity exactly? According to these, division by infinity equals …
Why 1 / ∞ = 0 but ∞ * 0 is not equal to 1? • Physics Forums
Dec 19, 2021 · The problem with infinity is it is not a number, it is a label for the furthest point on the number line named so we can talk about not so we can do arithmetic with it. As you noted, …
Understanding the Relationship Between 0 and Infinity
Jul 8, 2005 · The discussion explores the conceptual relationship between zero and infinity, suggesting that both are undefined and share a unique connection. It posits that infinity can be …
What Does 1 Divided by Infinity Equal? - Physics Forums
Mar 26, 2003 · The discussion centers on the mathematical interpretation of 1 divided by infinity, with participants debating whether it equals zero or an infinitesimal value. Most agree that in …
Disputing 1 / 0 = Infinity: Agree or Disagree? - Physics Forums
Feb 28, 2010 · The discussion centers on the mathematical concept of dividing by zero, specifically the expression 1/0. Participants argue that while one might intuitively think of 1/0 …
Intro to the Big Bang and Infinity Concepts - Physics Forums
Jan 27, 2018 · In the cosmology section of the Physics Forums, I encountered many Big Bang and related infinity problems. Hence, in this article, I want to explain the Big Bang, the topology …
Trying to understand potential energy at infinity - Physics Forums
Apr 25, 2010 · The discussion centers on the confusion surrounding gravitational potential energy (PE) and its behavior at infinity. While PE increases with altitude, it approaches zero at infinity, …
How to understand the image of lens at infinity - Physics Forums
Aug 15, 2009 · An object positioned at the focal length of a lens produces parallel rays, leading to an image that is theoretically at infinity, which requires the eyes to focus at infinity to see it …
Learn the Top 5 Misconceptions About Infinity - Physics Forums
Sep 2, 2015 · Introduction Understanding the behavior of infinity is one of the major accomplishments of mathematics. Sadly, the infinite is often misunderstood and could lead to …