Converting Scientific Notation to Standard Form

The video tutorial explains how to convert a number from scientific notation to standard notation. It begins with a math question involving the conversion of 5.17 x 10^-6. The instructor explains the components of scientific notation, emphasizing the role of the exponent. The tutorial guides viewers through moving the decimal point to convert the number to standard notation, ensuring understanding by filling in zeros and verifying the final answer. The video concludes with a summary of the conversion process.

What does it mean when a number in scientific notation has a negative exponent?

Describe the final result of converting 5.17 multiplied by 10 to the negative 6 into standard notation.