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measurements, precision, errors
Why is significant figures important in chemistry?
Does it really matter if we write 2.0 g or 2 g?
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Yes! 2 g means a rough measurement, while 2.0 g means accuracy up to the tenths place. Significant figures help maintain precision in chemical calculations and experiments.
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