Practice Medvedev–Sponheuer–Karnik (MSK) Scale - 29.2.3 | 29. Magnitude and Intensity Scales | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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Medvedev–Sponheuer–Karnik (MSK) Scale

29.2.3 - Medvedev–Sponheuer–Karnik (MSK) Scale

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What does the MSK scale measure?

💡 Hint: Relate it to the MMI scale.

Question 2 Easy

What is the highest level of intensity on the MSK scale?

💡 Hint: Think about what complete devastation would look like.

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Question 1

The MSK scale is primarily used to measure what?

Building strength
Earthquake intensity
Geological stability

💡 Hint: Think about different ways to classify earthquakes.

Question 2

True or False: The MSK scale has levels that help assess human reactions to earthquakes.

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall the main focus of the scale.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a public safety campaign using the MSK scale's findings to educate communities on earthquake preparedness.

💡 Hint: Think about how you would engage your audience effectively.

Challenge 2 Hard

Critique the effectiveness of using the MSK scale in locations with diverse building types and societal responses.

💡 Hint: Consider the implications of building materials and designs.

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