Multiplying with Scientific Notation

Friday, February 7, 2025

 



Multiplying numbers in scientific notation follows a straightforward process. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Write the numbers in scientific notation

Ensure both numbers are in the proper scientific notation format. This means the number is written as a×10na \times 10^n, where:

  • aa is a number between 1 and 10 (a decimal).
  • nn is an integer (the exponent of 10).

Example:

  • (3.2×104)(3.2 \times 10^4) and (4.5×103)(4.5 \times 10^3).

Step 2: Multiply the decimal parts

Multiply the coefficients (the numbers in front of the ×10n\times 10^n).


Step 3: Add the exponents

Add the exponents of 10. When multiplying, you add the exponents.


Step 4: Combine the results

Now, combine the product of the decimal parts and the result of the exponent addition.


Step 5: Adjust the result if needed

If the coefficient (the decimal part) is not between 1 and 10, adjust it:

  • If you move the decimal point to the left the number gets smaller and the exponents needs to get larger. You will add to the exponent the number of places you move the decimal.
  • If you move the decimal point to the left the number gets larger and the exponents needs to get smaller. You will add to the exponent the number of places you move the decimal.

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Difference Mechanical and Electromagnetic Waves

Friday, January 31, 2025

 



Waves are disturbances that transfer energy from one place to another, and they come in two main types: mechanical waves and electromagnetic waves. Although both share the ability to carry energy, they differ significantly in their nature and how they propagate.

Mechanical Waves:

Mechanical waves require a medium (solid, liquid, or gas) to travel through. They cannot propagate in a vacuum because they rely on the particles of the medium to transmit energy. These waves are generated by a disturbance or vibration of particles. There are two main types of mechanical waves:

  • Transverse Waves: The particles of the medium move perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation (e.g., waves on a string, water waves).
  • Longitudinal Waves: The particles move parallel to the wave's direction, creating compressions and rarefactions (e.g., sound waves in air).

Mechanical waves need a material medium like air, water, or a solid to propagate. Without a medium, such as in space, these waves cannot travel.

Electromagnetic Waves:

Unlike mechanical waves, electromagnetic waves do not require a medium to travel. They can propagate through the vacuum of space, as they are created by oscillating electric and magnetic fields. These waves travel at the speed of light (approximately 300,000 km/s in a vacuum) and cover a broad spectrum, from radio waves to gamma rays.

The key difference is that electromagnetic waves consist of oscillating electric and magnetic fields that are perpendicular to each other and to the direction of wave propagation. These waves include visible light, X-rays, radio waves, microwaves, infrared, and ultraviolet radiation.

Key Differences:


Mechanical WavesElectromagnetic Waves
Medium Required
Yes (solid, liquid, gas)No (can travel through a vacuum)
TypesTransverse, LongitudinalTransverse (electric and magnetic fields)
SpeedDepends on the mediumSpeed of light (in vacuum, ~300,000 km/s)
ExamplesSound waves, water waves, seismic wavesLight, radio waves, X-rays, microwaves

In summary, while mechanical waves need a material medium to propagate, electromagnetic waves can travel through the vacuum of space, making them fundamental to many processes, including the transmission of light and radio signals across vast distances.


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Difference Convex and Concave Polygon

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

 



Polygons come in all kinds of shapes and sizes. In the video above, I cover the difference between a convex polygon and a concave polygon. One key difference is that a convex polygon has all interior angles less than 180° and no inward vertices, while a concave polygon has at least one angle greater than 180° and at least one vertex that points inward.

convex concave polygon



Because a convex polygon polygon has interior angles are less than 180°,  any line segment drawn between two points will only touch the polygon in two places.

A concave polygon, on the other hand, has at least one interior angle greater than 180°, and at least one line segment drawn between two points will touch the polygon in at least three places. Essentially, it "caves in" at one or more points.


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Difference between an Expression and an Equation

Monday, January 27, 2025

 


What's the difference between an expression and an equation?

In math, an expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operators (like +, –, ×, ÷) that represents a value but does not have an equal sign. For example, 3x+53x + 5 is an expression.

An equation, on the other hand, is a statement that two expressions are equal, and it contains an equal sign (=). For example, 3x+5=113x + 5 = 11 is an equation because it states that the expression 3x+53x + 5 is equal to 11.


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How to convert .375 to a FRACTION

 


Learn how to rewrite .375 as a fraction.

Step 1. Place .375 over 1 Step 2. Multiply by 1000 Step 3. Simplify the fraction.

.375 as a fraction equals 3/8


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Wednesday, January 22, 2025




In this video, I cover the difference between a Prime and a Composite number.

A prime number is a natural number greater than 1 that has no positive divisors other than 1 and itself. In other words, it can only be divided by 1 and itself without leaving a remainder. Examples of prime numbers are: 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, and 13.


A composite number is a natural number greater than 1 that has more than two positive divisors. In other words, it can be divided by 1, itself, and at least one other number. Examples of composite numbers are: 4, 6, 8, 9, and 12.


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The Organelles of a Cell



The Cell Organelles are similar to our own organs because they work together to keep the cell alive. In the video, I review the major organelles, provide pictures, and the structure and function of the following organelles.

Cell Membrane: The outer boundary of the cell that controls what enters and exits. It is made up of a phospholipid bilayer with embedded proteins.


Cytoplasm: The jelly-like substance inside the cell that holds all the organelles in place. It is mainly composed of water, salts, and proteins.


Cytoskeleton: A network of protein filaments that provides structural support to the cell, helps with cell movement, and assists in intracellular transport.


Ribosomes: Small structures made of RNA and proteins that are responsible for synthesizing proteins. They can be found floating freely in the cytoplasm or attached to the rough endoplasmic reticulum (ER).


Nucleus: The control center of the cell that contains the cell's genetic material (DNA). It is surrounded by a nuclear membrane.


Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): A network of membranous tubes studded with ribosomes. It is involved in protein synthesis and the transport of proteins and lipids.


Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): A network of membranes that lacks ribosomes. It is involved in lipid synthesis, detoxification, and calcium storage.


Vacuole: A large, membrane-bound organelle found mainly in plant cells. It is used for storing water, nutrients, waste products, and helps maintain cell turgidity.


Lysosome: Organelles containing digestive enzymes that break down waste materials, cellular debris, and foreign substances.


Golgi Complex (Golgi Apparatus): A stack of membranes that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other parts of the cell.


Chloroplasts: Organelles found in plant cells (and some algae) that contain chlorophyll. They are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into chemical energy.


Cell Wall: A rigid outer layer found in plant cells, fungi, bacteria, and some protists. It provides structural support and protection to the cell.

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