It is used in physics all the time. For example, acceleration is the derivative of velocity which is a derivative of position with respect to time.
Calculating the amount of work done in a vector field (like an electrical field) also uses calculus.
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Calculus Solved is software that is useful for learning calculus. It allows you to enter in problems and will walk you through how to solve each one. It also includes tests so you can track your progress.
Trigonometry isn't required to learn calculus, but it does help you to understand some of the concepts. Geometry, however, is usually required before taking a course in trigonometry.
The simple answer is any phenomena that is changing in a non-linear manner.
There are several meanings to the word 'calculus.' The plural for calculus is 'calculi.' There is no plural for the calculus we use in mathematics.
My Calculus class is in third period. Calculus is a noun