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Question
The magnitude of an earthquake is measured by ______.
Options
Seismograph
Richter scale
Ammeter
Rotameter
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Solution
The magnitude of an earthquake is measured by Richter scale.
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Arrange the following statements in chronological order in which an earthquake occurs.
- The earth’s surface vibrates.
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- Stored energy is released in the form of seismic waves.
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What is known as the Richter scale?
What is the difference between seismic focus and epicenter?
Is it possible to predict an earthquake? Give reasons to support your answer.
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Indicate two major belts of Earthquakes.
Why are earthquakes related to volcanoes?
Give two major causes of earthquakes.
Answer the following:
A volcanic eruption is one of the main causes of earthquakes.
The earthquake waves are recorded by an instrument known as ______.
The earthquake is a ______ activity.
Choose the odd one.
focus, epicenter, vent, seismic waves
