Scientific Notation and Significant Figures
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Chemistry
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9th - 11th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is scientific notation?
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A way of expressing numbers that are too large or too small to be conveniently written in decimal form, using powers of ten.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you determine the number of significant figures in a number?
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Count all non-zero digits, any zeros between significant digits, and trailing zeros in the decimal portion.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the significance of significant figures in calculations?
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They indicate the precision of a measurement and ensure that calculations reflect the accuracy of the data.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Convert 0.000008 to scientific notation.
Back
8 x 10^-6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you convert a number from scientific notation to standard form?
Back
Multiply the coefficient by 10 raised to the power indicated.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the rule for addition and subtraction regarding significant figures?
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The result should be reported to the least number of decimal places of any number in the operation.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the rule for multiplication and division regarding significant figures?
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The result should have the same number of significant figures as the measurement with the least significant figures.
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