The concept of infinity is bigger than the universe.
Universe: The universe is everything that exists, all matter and energy. It's vast and constantly expanding, but it has a definite size, even if it's an incredibly large one. We don't know for sure if the universe is finite (has an end) or infinite (goes on forever), but it refers to a real, physical thing.
Infinity: Infinity is a mathematical concept that refers to something that is boundless or endless. It's not a physical thing, but rather an idea that helps us understand quantities that go on forever. Here's an analogy: Imagine the universe as a giant library. It contains a massive amount of books (stars, planets, galaxies), but there's still a limit to how many books there are. Infinity, on the other hand, is like having an endless number of libraries - there's no limit to the amount of information or books that could exist.
So, even if the universe is infinite in its own way (going on forever without end), the concept of infinity itself is bigger because it encompasses not just our universe but the possibility of an endless number of universes or other realities.
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