Here's how to convert 5 micrometers (µm) to meters (m) using scientific notation:

* Understanding the Conversion: 1 micrometer (µm) is equal to 1 x 10⁻⁶ meters (m).

* Calculation:

* 5 µm * (1 x 10⁻⁶ m / 1 µm) = 5 x 10⁻⁶ m

Therefore, 5 µm is equal to 5 x 10⁻⁶ meters.