How to write a number in scientific notation

The video tutorial explains how to handle decimal points in numbers, emphasizing that the decimal point is initially at the end of the number. It then discusses the importance of ensuring the value 'a' is between 1 and 10. The tutorial demonstrates moving the decimal point three units to the left, resulting in a calculation of 4.79 multiplied by 10. Finally, it explains how to return to the original unit by multiplying by 10 to the third power.

What is the significance of the decimal point in a number?

How do you determine the position of the decimal point in a number?

What does it mean for a number to be between one and ten?

Explain the process of moving the decimal point to convert a number.

What is the result of moving the decimal point three units to the left for the number 4.79?