A comprehensive exponent and power calculator with four specialized modes. Features live visual equation display, scientific notation, step-by-step calculations, and handles positive, negative, and fractional exponents. Perfect for algebra, physics, engineering, and scientific computations.

Exponent Calculator

⚡ Exponent Calculator

Calculate powers and exponents with precision

x n

Result

How to use:
Power: Calculate x raised to the power of n (xⁿ)
Negative Exponent: Calculate x⁻ⁿ = 1/xⁿ
Fractional Power: Calculate x^(m/n) = ⁿ√(xᵐ)
Scientific Notation: View results in scientific format

How to Use

Step 1: Select Calculation Mode. Choose from four modes:

  • Power (xⁿ): Standard exponentiation – x raised to the power of n
  • Negative Exponent (xⁿ): Calculates reciprocal powers (1/xⁿ)
  • Fractional Power (x^(m/n)): Handles fractional exponents like x^(2/3)
  • Scientific Notation: Same as Power mode with scientific notation emphasis

Step 2: Enter Values

For Power/Negative Exponent modes:

  • Enter the Base (x) – the number being raised to a power
  • Enter the Exponent (n) – the power

For Fractional Power mode:

  • Enter the Base (x)
  • Enter the Numerator (m)
  • Enter the Denominator (n)
  • Result will be x^(m/n)

Step 3: Use Quick Examples (Optional)

  • Click any example button to auto-fill values
  • Examples: 2⁸, 10³, 5⁴, 3⁵

Step 4: Calculate

  • Click “Calculate,” or press Enter
  • View detailed results, including:
    • Main result (up to 6 decimal places)
    • Full precision (10 decimals)
    • Scientific notation
    • Step-by-step breakdown (for small integer exponents)

Step 5: Clear

  • Click “Clear” to reset all fields

Features

Four specialized modes for different exponent types ✅ Live visual display shows your equation as you type ✅ Scientific notation for very large/small numbers ✅ Step-by-step calculations for integer exponents ✅ Quick example buttons for common calculations ✅ Handles edge cases: infinity, undefined results ✅ High precision: up to 10 decimal places

Examples

Power Mode:

  • 2⁸ = 256.000000
  • 10³ = 1000.000000
  • 5⁴ = 625.000000
  • 1.5⁶ = 11.390625

Negative Exponent:

  • 2⁻³ = 0.125000 (which is 1/8)
  • 10⁻² = 0.010000 (which is 1/100)
  • 5⁻¹ = 0.200000 (which is 1/5)

Fractional Power:

  • 8^(1/3) = 2.000000 (cube root of 8)
  • 16^(3/4) = 8.000000
  • 27^(2/3) = 9.000000

Large Numbers:

  • 2²⁰ = 1048576.000000 = 1.048576e+6
  • 10¹⁰ = 10000000000.000000 = 1.000000e+10

Use Cases

  • Algebra: Solving exponential equations
  • Physics: Growth/decay calculations, radioactive decay
  • Finance: Compound interest, investment growth
  • Computer Science: Algorithm complexity, binary calculations
  • Chemistry: Concentration calculations, pH calculations
  • Engineering: Power systems, signal processing
  • Mathematics: Number theory, combinatorics

Special Features

  • Handles undefined cases: Negative base with fractional exponent
  • Infinity detection: Recognizes when results are too large
  • Interpretations: Shows equivalent forms (e.g., 2⁻³ = 1/2³)
  • Green gradient theme: Fresh, modern design