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Mathematics

The Riemann Zeta Function and the Distribution of Primes

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The Riemann zeta function can be expressed as an infinite product over all prime numbers, giving a surprising link between a sum of reciprocals and the most fundamental numbers in arithmetic.

Why this is interesting

You might know that prime numbers are the building blocks of integers, but did you know that a single complex function can reveal the hidden pattern behind their distribution? What secrets does this function hold?