Negative Log Calculator
A Negative Log Calculator computes the negative logarithm (-log) of a number, usually in base 10 (common log) or base e (natural log, ln).
Why Use a Negative Log Calculator?
- Common in science and engineering, especially in pH calculations in chemistry.
- Used in signal processing, biology, and finance to express small values in a more manageable way.
- Helps in data scaling and statistical transformations.
How Does It Work?
For a given number x, the calculator finds:
-log(x) = − logb (x)where b is the base (commonly 10 or e).
Examples:
- pH calculation: pH = − log10 [H+]
- Sound intensity (decibels): dB = − log10 (I/I0 )
When to Use It?
- Chemistry: To find pH levels of acids and bases.
- Physics: In sound intensity or signal strength measurements.
- Finance: In logarithmic returns calculations.