Scientific Notation Converter
Scientific Notation Converter lets you scientific notation separates a mantissa from a power of ten. Enter your own values or load the worked example.
- Copy or download the computed result
- Adjust number
- See the processing method and limits
Method and calculation
Scientific notation separates a mantissa from a power of ten.
Inputs and settings
Scientific Notation Converter accepts Number (signed value); Significant digits (minimum 1, maximum 15).
Worked example
Scientific Notation Converter example — Number: 123456; Significant digits: 5. Computed output: { "scientific": "1.2346e+5", "engineering": "123.456e3" }
Output and limitations
Scientific Notation Converter: Use finite inputs. Results use double-precision arithmetic.
Technical references: JavaScript numerical operations
Scientific Notation Converter FAQs
Scientific Notation Converter applies the following rule to your input: Scientific notation separates a mantissa from a power of ten. The worked example on this page uses the same processor as the result button.
Scientific Notation Converter has these boundaries: Use finite inputs. Results use double-precision arithmetic. Start by checking the number field against the units or format shown.
Scientific Notation Converter provides this sample: { "scientific": "1.2346e+5", "engineering": "123.456e3" }. Use the sample button to reproduce it, then replace the inputs with your own values.