All math Calculators
Online Scientific Calculator

Online Scientific Calculator

A powerful, accurate, and easy-to-use online scientific calculator supporting trigonometric functions, logarithms, exponents, roots, factorials, and scientific notation for advanced math problem solving.

 

Oops! Something went wrong. Please try again.

What Is This Tool?

This online scientific calculator provides a comprehensive set of advanced mathematical functions. It's designed to solve scientific, engineering, algebraic, and trigonometric problems with precision using double-precision floating-point arithmetic.

How to Use This Tool?

  • Enter the numeric values for variables such as x, a, b, or n depending on the function
  • Select the desired mathematical operation, such as sine, logarithm, exponentiation, or factorial
  • Click the calculate button to perform the computation instantly
  • Review the result displayed with high precision
  • Use the tool repeatedly to solve different parts of complex equations or problems

Key Features

  • Supports trigonometric functions: sin(x), cos(x), tan(x) and their inverses
  • Calculates logarithmic functions: log base 10 and natural log (ln)
  • Handles exponents and power calculations (a^b)
  • Computes square roots and n-th roots (√x, ⁿ√x)
  • Performs factorial calculations (n!) for integers
  • Formats and computes numbers in scientific notation (a × 10^n)
  • Provides high accuracy through double-precision floating-point arithmetic

Examples

  • Evaluate 3sin(45°) + log₁₀(100): sin(45°) ≈ 0.7071, 3 × 0.7071 = 2.1213, log₁₀(100) = 2, total = 4.1213
  • Calculate the factorial of 5: 5! = 120
  • Find the cube root of 27: ³√27 = 3
  • Compute 2 raised to the power 8: 2⁸ = 256
  • Use scientific notation to represent 4500000 as 4.5 × 10⁶

Common Use Cases

  • Students solving trigonometry and algebra homework
  • Engineers performing scientific calculations and data analysis
  • Scientists applying mathematical models involving logarithms and exponents
  • Teachers demonstrating advanced math operations in classrooms
  • Professionals needing precise and fast evaluation of complex math expressions

Tips & Best Practices

  • Input values carefully to avoid calculation errors
  • Use degrees or radians consistently when working with trigonometric functions
  • Double-check the order of operations when combining multiple functions
  • Verify results by cross-checking with manual calculations if needed
  • Avoid extremely large values that exceed floating-point limits to maintain accuracy

Limitations

  • Does not support symbolic algebra or manipulation of variables
  • Cannot perform calculus operations such as derivatives or integrals
  • May be unable to handle extremely large values beyond floating-point precision limits
  • Not designed for step-by-step algebraic problem solving or equation solving

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this calculator perform calculus operations?
No, this calculator does not support calculus functions such as derivatives or integrals.

What types of roots can the calculator compute?
It can compute square roots and n-th roots using the √x and ⁿ√x functions.

Is the calculator accurate for scientific computations?
Yes, it uses double-precision floating-point arithmetic to provide highly accurate results.

Can I calculate factorials for non-integer values?
No, factorial calculations are limited to integer values of n.

Key Terminology

Trigonometric functions
Mathematical functions related to angles including sine, cosine, and tangent and their inverse functions.
Logarithms
The inverse operations of exponentials used to determine the power to which a base number is raised.
Factorial (n!)
The product of all positive integers up to n, used in permutations and combinations.
Scientific notation
A way of expressing numbers as a multiple of a power of ten, useful for very large or small values.
Double-precision floating-point
A computer arithmetic format providing high numerical accuracy for calculations.

Quick Knowledge Check

Which function would you use to compute the natural logarithm of x?
What value does sin(45°) approximately equal?
What operation does the symbol n! represent?