Questions: Using the table of equalities, calculate the number of microliters (μL) in 27 liters (L). Remember to select an answer with the correct number of significant figures.
Transcript text: Using the table of equalities, calculate the number of microliters ( $\mu \mathrm{L}$ ) in 27 liters ( L ). Remember to select an answer with the correct number of significant figures.
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Solution
Solution Steps
Step 1: Understand the Conversion Factor
To convert from liters (L) to microliters ($\mu \mathrm{L}$), we need to know the conversion factor between these two units.
1 liter (L) is equal to $10^6$ microliters ($\mu \mathrm{L}$).
Step 2: Set Up the Conversion
We need to convert 27 liters (L) to microliters ($\mu \mathrm{L}$). Using the conversion factor:
\[ 1 \, \text{L} = 10^6 \, \mu \text{L} \]
Step 3: Perform the Calculation
Multiply the number of liters by the conversion factor:
\[ 27 \, \text{L} \times 10^6 \, \mu \text{L/L} = 27 \times 10^6 \, \mu \text{L} \]
Step 4: Express the Answer with Correct Significant Figures
The number 27 has two significant figures, so our final answer should also have two significant figures.