Meaning of the word "scientific notation" in English
What does "scientific notation" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
scientific notation
US /ˌsaɪənˈtɪf.ɪk noʊˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌsaɪənˈtɪf.ɪk nəʊˈteɪ.ʃən/
Noun
a mathematical way of writing very large or very small numbers using powers of ten
Example:
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The distance to the sun is often written in scientific notation.
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Calculators use scientific notation to display results that are too long for the screen.
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