Infinite Product: Value Not Equal to Zero or One?

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The discussion focuses on the conditions under which an infinite product can have a value that is neither zero nor one, specifically addressing convergent infinite products. An example provided is the Euler Product, which converges to π²/6, illustrating that certain infinite products can yield significant values. The conversation highlights the distinction between convergent and divergent infinite products, with the latter having simpler examples that do not converge. The notation p_i refers to the ith prime number, emphasizing the mathematical context of the examples discussed. Overall, the exploration reveals the complexities and interesting results associated with infinite products in mathematics.
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when does infinite product have a value not equal to zero or one?
 
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I assume you mean a convergent infinite product, because a divergent infinite product has the simple example

\prod^{\infty}_{i=2} \left(1 + \frac{1}{i}\right)

For a convergent infinite product, I offer up this example:

\prod^{\infty}_{i=1} \left(\frac{1}{1-\left(\frac{1}{p_i}\right)^2}\right) = \frac{\pi^2}{6}

That is, incidentally, the Euler Product.

EDIT: Forgot to mention, p_i means the ith prime number.
 
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