24 ← 4 0 , 000 mi l es = 24 × 1 0 4 mi l es
240,000
= 24,000 x 10^1 = 2,400 x 10^2 = 240 x 10^3 = 24 x 10^4 = 2.4 x 10^5
The distance from the Earth to the Moon is approximately 240,000 miles, which can be expressed as 2.4 × 1 0 5 miles in scientific notation. This form is useful for easily handling large numbers. It simplifies calculations and understanding of vast astronomical distances.
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