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What is known as the Richter scale?
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Solution
The Richter scale is a logarithmic scale used to measure the magnitude of earthquakes. It was developed by Charles F. Richter in 1935 and measures the energy released at the earthquake’s source.
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Earthquake and its causes
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Chapter 8: Earthquakes - EXERCISES [Page 79]
