How to convert scientific notation in real numbers

The video tutorial explains scientific notation, a method of expressing numbers as a product of a number between 1 and 10 and a power of 10. It covers the definition, common mistakes, and examples of converting numbers to and from scientific notation. The tutorial also discusses the importance of place value and multiplication in understanding scientific notation.

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