
Lauren H. answered 02/05/19
Experienced High School Chemistry Teacher
rate x time = distance
time = distance/rate
time = 7.8x10^8 km/3×10^5 kilometers per second = 2.6 x 10^3 sec
I assume units of distance are km. Unit omitted from question.
Jean M.
asked 02/05/19The speed of light is approximately 3×10^5 kilometers per second. The average distance is 7.8x10^8. How long does it take sunlight to reach Jupiter? Write your answer in scientific notation and in standard form.
Lauren H. answered 02/05/19
Experienced High School Chemistry Teacher
rate x time = distance
time = distance/rate
time = 7.8x10^8 km/3×10^5 kilometers per second = 2.6 x 10^3 sec
I assume units of distance are km. Unit omitted from question.
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