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प्रश्न
The magnitude of an earthquake is measured by ______.
पर्याय
Seismograph
Richter scale
Ammeter
Rotameter
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उत्तर
The magnitude of an earthquake is measured by Richter scale.
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Molten magma is thrown out of the earth’s mantle.
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- The plates suddenly move.
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- Along the weak points ( faultlines) rocks break apart.
- Stored energy is released in the form of seismic waves.
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How are earthquakes useful?
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How is the intensity of an earthquake measured?
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A volcanic eruption is one of the main causes of earthquakes.
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An instrument used for recording all the earth tremors and earthquakes.
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Internal processes are different from external processes.
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Name the point where the vibrations originate in an earthquake.
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Choose the odd one.
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