Infinity symbol symbol is encoded in Unicode at and in LaTeX as codice_1: formula_4. The Unicode set of symbols also includes several variant forms of the infinity symbol, that are less frequently available in fonts: , and in block Miscellaneous Mathematical Symbols-B. The acid-free paper symbol mentioned above is encoded separately as . Infinity symbol The infinity symbol (sometimes called the lemniscate) is a mathematical symbol representing the concept of infinity. The shape of a sideways figure eight has a long pedigree; for instance, it appears in the cross of Saint Boniface, wrapped around the bars of a Latin cross. However, John
Recycling symbol (U+2678), ♹ (U+2679), and ♺ (U+267A). Recycling codes extend these numbers above 7 to include various non-plastic materials, including metals, glass, paper, and batteries of various types. ♾, an infinity sign (∞) inside a circle, represents the permanent paper symbol, used in packaging and publishing to signify the use of durable acid-free paper. In some ways, this logo expresses the "opposite" intention from the recycle logo, in that the acid-free paper is intended to last indefinitely, rather than being recycled. Nevertheless, acid-free paper does not usually contain toxic materials (although certain inks do), so it is easily recycled or composted.