19.5.1 - Magnitude
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What does magnitude measure in relation to earthquakes?
💡 Hint: Think about how we describe the strength of an earthquake.
What type of scale is the Richter scale?
💡 Hint: Remember how differences in magnitude reflect energy release.
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What is the Richter Scale primarily used for?
💡 Hint: Think about its logarithmic nature.
True or False: The Moment Magnitude Scale takes into account the area of the fault that slipped.
💡 Hint: Consider what factors influence magnitude measurement.
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If a magnitude 7.0 earthquake releases 31.6 times more energy than a magnitude 6.0 earthquake, how much more energy does a magnitude 8.0 earthquake typically release compared to a magnitude 6.0 quake?
💡 Hint: Recall the logarithmic relationship in the Richter Scale.
Discuss how engineers might use the Moment Magnitude Scale data to design earthquake-resistant buildings in high-magnitude zones.
💡 Hint: Think about the scale factors that influence building designs.
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