Scientific Notation

Now that you know how to compute with exponential expressions, it's time to put this to practical use. Scientific notation is used to represent very large and very small numbers. Distances to stars and planets are reported using scientific notation. Measurements of microscopic organisms are also reported in scientific notation.

We went over several examples of how to write numbers in standard and scientific notation. In addition, we learned how to compute with scientific notation, and made use of the distributive property while doing so.

Tonight's Homework: Be ready for the quiz over Lessons 8.1 through 8.3, which will be given on Tuesday during class. In addition, please do Lesson 8.4 ( 18 - 52, Last column only ). Also, please remember to get your weekly grade slip signed.