Product of a specific sequence of prime number squares

In summary, the conversation discusses a difficult question for math enthusiasts and asks for help on finding the product up to n terms, where the nth term is defined by (1+(1/P^2)) or (1+(p^-2)) where p is a prime number. The conversation then continues to discuss the Riemann-zeta function and presents a theorem and proof for finding the product using the Euler zeta function. The final solution is given as 15/π² for the special case of n=2.
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Vishalrox
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Here is a good question for maths enthusiasts. I really find this sum very tough. Any help, advice or guidance for this question will be greatly appreciated.

find the product upto n terms

(1+(1/2^2)) . (1+(1/3^2)) . (1+(1/5^2)) . (1+(1/7^2)) . (1+(1/11^2))...upto n terms

Where the nth term is (1+(1/P^2)) or (1+(p^-2)) where p is a prime number.

I feel this question is really tough and couldn't even get the logic how to solve it.
 
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You should read up on the Riemann-zeta function.
 
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In the infinite products below, the factors run over all primes [itex] p_{k} \in \mathbb{P}[/itex]Theorem: [itex]\prod \frac{p_{k}^{s}+1}{p_{k}^{s}}= \frac{\zeta(s)}{\zeta(2 s)}, with \zeta(s) [/itex] the Riemann zeta functionProof: With the Euler product of the Riemann zeta function we have:

[itex] \zeta(2 s) = \prod (1 - p_{k}^{-2 s})^{-1} = \prod \frac{p_{k}^{2 s}}{p_{k}^{2 s} - 1} = \prod \frac{p_{k}^{s}}{p_{k}^{s}-1} \frac{p_{k}^{s}}{p_{k}^{s}+1} = \zeta(s) \prod \frac{p_{k}^{s}}{p_{k}^{s}+1}[/itex] Q.E.D.Now, with Im(s) = 0 and Re(s) = n we have for the Euler zeta function:

[itex]\prod \frac{p_{k}^{n}+1}{p_{k}^{n}}= \frac{\zeta(n)}{\zeta(2 n)}[/itex]

and for the special case n = 2

[itex]\prod \frac{p_{k}^{2}+1}{p_{k}^{2}}= \frac{\zeta(2)}{\zeta(4)} = \frac{15}{π^{2}}[/itex]

and that answers the posted question
 
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1. What is a product of a specific sequence of prime number squares?

A product of a specific sequence of prime number squares is the result obtained by multiplying all the prime numbers that are squared in the sequence. For example, if the sequence is 2, 3, 5, the product would be (2^2)*(3^2)*(5^2) = 100.

2. How is the product of a specific sequence of prime number squares calculated?

The product is calculated by first identifying all the prime numbers in the sequence. Then, each prime number is squared and multiplied together to get the final result.

3. What is the significance of a product of a specific sequence of prime number squares?

The product of a specific sequence of prime number squares has several mathematical applications, including in number theory, cryptography, and data encryption. It is also used in various algorithms and mathematical proofs.

4. Can any sequence of prime numbers be used to calculate the product of a specific sequence of prime number squares?

Yes, any sequence of prime numbers can be used to calculate the product. However, the significance and applications of the product may vary depending on the sequence chosen.

5. How is the product of a specific sequence of prime number squares different from a regular multiplication?

The product of a specific sequence of prime number squares is different from regular multiplication because it involves only prime numbers that are squared. This makes the product a unique and significant value with various mathematical applications.

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