3.1.4.4 - Measuring Earthquakes
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What is the scale used to measure the energy released during an earthquake?
💡 Hint: Think about the number associated with earthquake strength.
What does the Mercalli scale measure?
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of an earthquake on people and buildings.
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What scale measures the energy released during an earthquake?
💡 Hint: It's named after a geologist.
True or False: The Mercalli scale only focuses on the scientific measurement of earthquakes.
💡 Hint: Think about how people react to earthquakes.
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Consider an earthquake of magnitude 7.0 occurring 100 km offshore. Discuss the potential impacts on coastal neighborhoods.
💡 Hint: Think about the energy transfer to water and how it relates to tsunamis.
Evaluate the strengths and limitations of using the Richter scale versus the Mercalli scale in earthquake preparedness.
💡 Hint: Consider different perspectives on seismic data.
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