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Basic Circle Geometry Calculator

Calculate the area, circumference, and diameter of a circle instantly by entering the radius.

Generic Units Centimeters (cm) Meters (m) Inches (in) Feet (ft)

Results:

Diameter 0
Circumference 0
Area (Total Surface) 0
function calculateCircle() { var radius = parseFloat(document.getElementById('circleRadius').value); var unit = document.getElementById('unitType').value; var resultsDiv = document.getElementById('resultsArea'); if (isNaN(radius) || radius <= 0) { resultsDiv.style.display = 'none'; return; } var pi = Math.PI; var diameter = 2 * radius; var circumference = 2 * pi * radius; var area = pi * Math.pow(radius, 2); document.getElementById('resDiameter').innerHTML = diameter.toFixed(2) + " " + unit; document.getElementById('resCircumference').innerHTML = circumference.toFixed(2) + " " + unit; document.getElementById('resArea').innerHTML = area.toFixed(2) + " " + unit + "²"; resultsDiv.style.display = 'block'; }

Understanding Circle Calculations

A circle is a fundamental geometric shape defined as all points in a plane that are at a specific distance from a central point. This distance is known as the radius. Basic circle calculations are essential in physics, engineering, and everyday construction tasks.

The Key Formulas

To calculate the dimensions of a circle, we rely on the mathematical constant π (Pi), which is approximately 3.14159. Here is the logic used by this calculator:

  • Diameter (d): The distance across the circle through the center.
    Formula: d = 2 × r
  • Circumference (C): The total distance around the edge of the circle (the perimeter).
    Formula: C = 2 × π × r
  • Area (A): The total space contained within the circle boundary.
    Formula: A = π × r²

Step-by-Step Calculation Example

Suppose you have a circular garden with a radius of 10 meters. Here is how you would calculate its properties:

  1. Diameter: Multiply the radius by 2. (10m × 2 = 20m).
  2. Circumference: Multiply the diameter by π. (20m × 3.14159 = 62.83m).
  3. Area: Square the radius and multiply by π. (10m × 10m = 100m²; 100m² × 3.14159 = 314.16m²).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between radius and diameter?
The radius is the measurement from the center point to the edge. The diameter is the measurement from one edge to the other, passing through the center. The diameter is always exactly twice the length of the radius.

Why is Pi (π) used in circle calculations?
Pi represents the constant ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter. No matter how large or small the circle is, this ratio always remains the same.

What units should I use?
You can use any unit (cm, inches, meters). Just ensure that the radius input matches the unit you want for the diameter and circumference. The area will always be expressed in "square" units (e.g., square meters).

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