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Scientific Notation Calculator

Convert numbers to and from scientific notation and calculate sums, differences, products and quotients with significant figures.

Convert and calculate numbers in scientific notation

Use this calculator to convert ordinary numbers to coefficient-times-power-of-ten form or calculate directly with e notation.

The result identifies the coefficient, base-10 exponent, standard form and the significant figures in the first input.

Learn the concept

Try these examples

  • 5670000
  • 0.000042
  • 1.23e6

Quick reference

  • Scientific notation: a × 10^n, where 1 ≤ |a| < 10.
  • Multiplication: (a × 10^m)(b × 10^n) = ab × 10^(m+n).
  • Division: (a × 10^m)/(b × 10^n) = (a/b) × 10^(m−n).

FAQ

What does 1.23e6 mean?

It means 1.23 × 10^6, which is 1,230,000.

Can I calculate with scientific notation?

Yes. Enter e notation in either number field and choose add, subtract, multiply or divide.

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