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Scientific Notation Converter

Convert a standard number into scientific notation, or convert scientific notation back into a standard number.

6.371 × 10^6

How to use this tool

  1. 1Choose a conversion direction.
  2. 2Enter your number.
  3. 3See the converted result instantly.

Frequently asked questions

What is scientific notation used for?+

It's a compact way to write very large or very small numbers, common in science and engineering, expressed as a mantissa multiplied by a power of 10.