HTML5 MathML

HTML5 MathML <mn> Tag

The <mn> tag represents a numeric literal - an integer, decimal or other number that appears in a formula. Numbers are rendered upright by default.

Definition and usage

The <mn> element wraps a number so the browser treats it as a mathematical numeric token. Unlike identifiers, numbers are shown in an upright (non-italic) style. Group a number with adjacent identifiers using <mrow> to build terms such as 4ac.

Syntax

<mn>number</mn>

Example

A decimal number in an equation

<math>
  <mrow>
    <mi>&#960;</mi>
    <mo>&#8776;</mo>
    <mn>3.14159</mn>
  </mrow>
</math>

The number 3.14159 sits inside <mn> and is displayed upright, following the approximation operator.

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The <mn> element is part of MathML Core and is supported by all modern browsers.

HTML5 MathML <mn> Tag

Definition and usage

Syntax

Example

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