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Scientific Notation

Scientific notation is a method of writing numbers as a product of a coefficient and a power of 10. It is commonly used in scientific and mathematical fields to express very large or very small numbers more conveniently.

Example sentences:

• The mass of the sun is approximately 1.989 × 10³⁰ kilograms, which is easier to write and comprehend using scientific notation.
• In astronomy, distances between celestial objects are often represented in scientific notation due to their vast magnitude.
• Chemists use scientific notation to express the molar mass of elements and compounds.

If you are interested in learning more about scientific notation, you might find these related products useful:

• Books about Scientific Notation
• Scientific Notation Calculators
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