Question

The intensity of earthquake is measured by?

A Barometer Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Hygrometer Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Polygraph Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Mercalli scale Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

The effect of an earthquake on the Earth's surface is called the intensity and it is measured by Mercalli scale. Richter scale – for measuring the magnitude of earthquakes.

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