Complex Number Calculator

Calculate with a + bi

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About Complex Number Calculator

A complex number calculator supporting addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, modulus, conjugate, and polar/rectangular conversion. Enter two complex numbers in a+bi form and see results with step-by-step. Handles Euler's formula and De Moivre's theorem. All calculations are client-side. Essential for electrical engineering, signal processing, and advanced mathematics.

Complex Number Calculator Features

  • 4 operations
  • Modulus
  • Conjugate
  • Polar form
  • Euler's formula
Complex numbers have form a + bi, where i² = −1. Addition/subtraction: combine real and imaginary parts. Multiplication: (a+bi)(c+di) = (ac−bd) + (ad+bc)i. Division: multiply by conjugate. Modulus |z| = √(a²+b²). Polar form: z = r(cos θ + i sin θ) = re^(iθ).

How to Use

Enter two complex numbers:

  • Z₁: Real + imaginary parts
  • Z₂: Real + imaginary parts
  • Results: All operations shown

Operations

  • Add: (a+c) + (b+d)i
  • Subtract: (a−c) + (b−d)i
  • Multiply: (ac−bd) + (ad+bc)i
  • Divide: multiply by conjugate/|z|²

Polar Form

z = r·e^(iθ) where r = |z| = √(a²+b²) and θ = atan2(b,a). Multiplication in polar: multiply moduli, add angles. Division: divide moduli, subtract angles.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1Enter Z₁ real and imaginary parts.
  2. 2Enter Z₂ real and imaginary parts.
  3. 3View all operation results.
  4. 4Check modulus and argument.
  5. 5See polar form conversion.

Complex Number Calculator — Frequently Asked Questions

What is i (imaginary unit)?+

i is defined as √−1, so i² = −1. It's not 'imaginary' in the sense of 'fake' — complex numbers are essential in AC circuits, quantum mechanics, and signal processing.

How do you divide complex numbers?+

Multiply numerator and denominator by the conjugate of the denominator: (a+bi)/(c+di) × (c−di)/(c−di) = [(ac+bd) + (bc−ad)i]/(c²+d²).

What is Euler's formula?+

e^(iθ) = cos(θ) + i·sin(θ). The famous e^(iπ) + 1 = 0 connects five fundamental constants. It's the foundation of polar form for complex numbers.

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