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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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संबंधित प्रश्न
For the formation of a rift valley, which of the following processes should occur in the earth’s crust?
Arrange the following statements in chronological order in which an earthquake occurs.
- The earth’s surface vibrates.
- The plates suddenly move.
- Due to the movements in the mantle, compression goes on increasing.
- Along the weak points ( faultlines) rocks break apart.
- Stored energy is released in the form of seismic waves.
Fill in the blank:
About 70 percent of the earthquakes occur in the _________________ Belt.
Explain the three types of earthquake waves.
How are earthquakes distributed over the globe?
Name the instrument used to record Earthquakes.
Describe the main type of Earthquake Waves.
Name three causes of Earthquakes.
Answer the following:
A volcanic eruption is one of the main causes of earthquakes.
Give one word for the following :
An instrument used for recording all the earth tremors and earthquakes.
Give one word for the following :
The surface position immediately above the origin of an earthquake.
Give reasons for the following:
Folding and faulting frequently go together.
What is Seismograph?
The earthquake is measured by the ______ scale.
The earthquake is a ______ activity.
In India, the Himalayan region and the ______ valley are prone to earthquakes.
Name the point where the vibrations originate in an earthquake.
Choose the odd one.
focus, epicenter, vent, seismic waves
