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For each quantity in the table below, write the symbol of the SI unit in which it would usually be measured.quantity unit symbolThe level of natural background radiation at the top of Longs Peak, outside of Denver, Colorado.

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For each quantity in the table below, write the symbol of the SI unit in which it would usually be measured.quantity unit symbolThe level of natural background radiation at the top of Longs Peak, outside of Denver, Colorado.

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The level of natural background radiation is typically measured in Sieverts (Sv).

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