Physics Calculator

This tool provides calculators for basic to advanced physics problems. Enter values in SI units (e.g., meters, seconds, kg) and click calculate. Results assume consistent units.

Mechanics

Final Velocity (v = u + at)

Initial Velocity (u, m/s): Acceleration (a, m/s²): Time (t, s):

Displacement (s = ut + 0.5at²)

Initial Velocity (u, m/s): Acceleration (a, m/s²): Time (t, s):

Force (F = ma)

Mass (m, kg): Acceleration (a, m/s²):

Gravitational Force

Mass 1 (m1, kg): Mass 2 (m2, kg): Distance (r, m):

Kinetic Energy

Mass (m, kg): Velocity (v, m/s):

Gravitational Potential Energy

Mass (m, kg): Height (h, m): Gravity (g, m/s², default 9.81):

Momentum

Mass (m, kg): Velocity (v, m/s):

Thermodynamics

Ideal Gas Law (Pressure P = nRT / V)

Moles (n): Temperature (T, K): Volume (V, m³): Gas Constant (R, default 8.314 J/mol·K):

Heat Transfer (Q = mcΔT)

Mass (m, kg): Specific Heat (c, J/kg·K): Temperature Change (ΔT, K):

Electromagnetism

Ohm’s Law (Voltage V = IR)

Current (I, A): Resistance (R, Ω):

Coulomb’s Law

Charge 1 (q1, C): Charge 2 (q2, C): Distance (r, m): k (default 9e9 N·m²/C²):

Capacitance (C = Q / V)

Charge (Q, C): Voltage (V, V):

Magnetic Force on Wire

Magnetic Field (B, T): Current (I, A): Length (L, m): Angle (θ, degrees):

Optics

Lens Formula (Image Distance v)

Focal Length (f, m): Object Distance (u, m, negative for real):

Snell’s Law (Angle θ2)

Refractive Index 1 (n1): Angle 1 (θ1, degrees): Refractive Index 2 (n2):

Waves

Wave Speed

Frequency (f, Hz): Wavelength (λ, m):

Modern Physics

Time Dilation

Proper Time (t0, s): Velocity (v, m/s): Speed of Light (c, default 3e8 m/s):

Length Contraction

Proper Length (L0, m): Velocity (v, m/s): Speed of Light (c, default 3e8 m/s):

Energy-Mass Equivalence

Mass (m, kg): Speed of Light (c, default 3e8 m/s):

De Broglie Wavelength

Momentum (p, kg·m/s): Planck’s Constant (h, default 6.626e-34 J·s):

Can I use this calculator for advanced topics like quantum mechanics?

The calculator covers basic to advanced classical physics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, optics, waves, and modern physics (e.g., relativity and de Broglie wavelength). For quantum-specific simulations, you may need specialized software, but this tool handles numerical problems in those areas.

What types of problems can a physics calculator solve?

Physics calculators can handle a wide range of problems, from basic kinematics (like velocity and displacement) to advanced topics like relativity, quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, and thermodynamics. For example, online tools often include formulas for force, energy, waves, and circuits, with step-by-step explanations.

Are physics calculators allowed on exams like AP Physics or MCAT?

Calculators are typically allowed and encouraged for exams like AP Physics, especially for free-response questions involving complex calculations. However, some tests like the MCAT prohibit calculators, requiring mental math for physics problems. Always check specific exam guidelines.

What tips can improve efficiency when using a physics calculator?

Familiarize yourself with modes (e.g., degrees vs. radians for trig), use parentheses for order of operations, store constants in memory, and double-check inputs. For online tools, ensure consistent SI units. Practice regularly to speed up calculations.

Can scientific calculators solve equations for physics?

Some advanced models can solve linear or quadratic equations, useful for physics formulas like projectile motion. For more complex systems, online tools or graphing calculators are better.