tesla is an SI-derived unit for the strength of a magnetic field. A scientist measures a magnetic field of strength 12.4 microteslas. Express this value in the base unit of teslas, writing your answer in standard notation. 2. Express the value 12.4 microteslas in the base unit of teslas, but write your answer in scientific notation.

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1. A tesla is an SI-derived unit for the strength of a magnetic field. A scientist measures a magnetic field of strength 12.4 microteslas. Express this value in the base unit of teslas, writing your answer in standard notation.

2. Express the value 12.4 microteslas in the base unit of teslas, but write your answer in scientific notation.

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