IMSQRT
The IMSQRT function returns the square root of a complex number. It is used in various scientific and engineering calculations.
Syntax 🔗
=IMSQRT(inumber)
inumber | A complex number for which you want the square root. |
About IMSQRT 🔗
Use the IMSQRT function to calculate the square root of a complex number in Excel. A complex number is represented in the form 'a+bi' or 'a+bj', where 'a' and 'b' are real numbers, and 'i' or 'j' represent the imaginary unit. This function simplifies working with complex numbers in your spreadsheet, which is helpful for tasks that involve complex math operations. To use IMSQRT, provide a complex number as the argument, and Excel will return the square root in complex number format, handling all necessary calculations for you.
Examples 🔗
Let's say you have a complex number '4+16i'. To find its square root, you would use:
=IMSQRT("4+16i")
This returns '3+2i', the square root of the complex number '4+16i'.
Suppose you have a complex number '-4-16i'. To find its square root, you would use:
=IMSQRT("-4-16i")
This returns '2-4i', the square root of the complex number '-4-16i'.
Notes 🔗
Format your complex numbers correctly in the form 'a+bi' or 'a+bj' for the function to work properly. If your input is not a valid complex number, Excel will return an error.
Questions 🔗
A complex number is a number that consists of a real part and an imaginary part, typically written in the form 'a+bi' or 'a+bj', where 'a' is the real part and 'bi' or 'bj' is the imaginary part.
What does IMSQRT return?IMSQRT returns the square root of a given complex number in the same complex number format.
Can IMSQRT handle negative real numbers?Yes, IMSQRT can handle negative real numbers by converting them into complex numbers with an imaginary part.