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The magnitude of Earthquake is measured on the
A)
Anemometer
B)
Barometer
C)
Richter Scale
D)
Kelvin meter

Correct Answer : Option (C) - Richter Scale



The Richter magnitude of an earthquake is determined from the logarithm of the amplitude of waves recorded by seismographs. Adjustments are included for the variation in the distance between the various seismographs and the epicenter of the earthquakes.

Published On : July 2, 2021
Category : World Geography
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