What is the unit of magnetic field strength named after Hans Christian Oersted?

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Ampere

Oersted

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C. Oersted

The unit of magnetic field strength is named after Hans Christian Oersted and is called 'Oersted'. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Oersted'.

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