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Express the number 0.00000000450 in scientific notation with the correct number of significant figures.

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  • A4.5 x 10^-9
  • B4.50 x 10^-9
  • C4.500 x 10^-9
  • D4.05 x 10^-9
Explanation

To express in scientific notation, move the decimal point to get 4.50. The decimal point was moved 9 places to the right, so the power of 10 is -9. The original number 0.00000000450 has a trailing zero after the decimal and a non-zero digit, making it significant. Thus, 4, 5, and the last 0 are significant, giving 3 significant figures. So, the correct notation is 4.50 x 10^-9.

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