∳
Math Operator 48
- Unicode
- U+2233
- Category
- Math
- HTML Entity
- ∳
- CSS
- \2233
The ∳ symbol represents an anticlockwise contour integral, a concept heavily used in complex analysis and vector calculus. It features a standard integral sign paired with a circle and a counter-clockwise arrow, explicitly indicating the direction of integration along a closed path. While you won't spot it in casual social media posts, it is vital for typesetting precise equations in scientific research and advanced physics textbooks.
How to Type
- Windows
- Type 2233 then Alt+X (in Word), or Win+. then search 'integral'
- macOS
- Control+Command+Space then search 'anticlockwise contour'
- Linux
- Ctrl+Shift+U then 2233
- HTML
- ∳ or ∳
In Programming
In computational mathematics and technical formatting, this symbol is primarily rendered using LaTeX commands like \varointcounterclockwise. It is used to accurately display complex path integration formulas in scientific documentation and math software.
Tags
anticlockwise integral
calculus
closed path
closed path integral
complex analysis
counterclockwise contour
counterclockwise direction
directed
integral symbol
line integral
mathematics
physics notation
vector calculus