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Infinity is something which is boundless, endless, or larger than any natural number. It is often denoted by the infinity symbol .
Due to the constant light reflection between opposing mirrors, it seems that there is a boundless amount of space and repetition inside of them.
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The infinity symbol is a mathematical symbol representing the concept of infinity. This symbol is also called a lemniscate, after the lemniscate curves of a similar shape studied in algebraic geometry, or "lazy eight", in the terminology of livestock branding.
First known usage of the infinity symbol, by John Wallis in 1655
Side view of a camera lens, showing infinity symbol on the focal length indicator
The infinity symbol appears on several cards of the Rider–Waite tarot deck.
Image: John Wallis by Sir Godfrey Kneller, Bt