Uncertainty about relative atomic mass

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The discussion clarifies the representation of uncertainty in relative atomic mass, specifically for Hydrogen-1 (H-1), which is denoted as 1.00794(7)u. The "7" indicates the uncertainty in the last digit, meaning the correct interpretation is 1.00794 ± 0.00007. This precise notation is crucial for accurate scientific communication and understanding of atomic mass values.

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For the uncertainty about relative atomic mass.
Such as for H-1 there is 1.00794(7)u.
what exactly does the "7"means?
Is it 1.007947? or 1.00794(+/-)0.000007? or something else?
ref: http://www.ciaaw.org/pubs/TSAW-2007.pdf
 
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Neutroniclad said:
Is it 1.007947? or 1.00794(+/-)0.000007?
Neither. It is the uncertainty in the last digit, so 1.00794 ± 0.00007. (You had a zero too many.)
 
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