Prime Factorization Calculator
Prime Factorization
Find the prime factorization of a positive integer
Formula
Every integer n > 1 can be written as n = p1^a1 x p2^a2 x ... x pk^ak where pi are primes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is prime factorization?
Prime factorization is the process of breaking down a number into its prime number components. Every integer greater than 1 can be uniquely expressed as a product of prime numbers.
What is a prime number?
A prime number is a natural number greater than 1 that has no positive divisors other than 1 and itself. Examples: 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 17, 19, 23.