29.1.1 - Richter Magnitude Scale (Local Magnitude, ML)
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Practice Questions
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What does the Richter Scale measure?
💡 Hint: Think about the impact of seismic waves.
Who developed the Richter Scale?
💡 Hint: Look for the historical context of the scale.
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What is the primary measurement of the Richter Scale?
💡 Hint: Think about what the scale aims to quantify.
True or False: The Richter Scale can measure any size earthquake equally well.
💡 Hint: Consider the limitations discussed previously.
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If an earthquake produces an amplitude of 1000 micrometers, what would the Richter magnitude be?
💡 Hint: Assume a standard value for the distance effect if not given.
Explain how engineers might respond differently to a 5.0 vs. a 7.0 on the Richter scale when designing buildings in earthquake-prone areas.
💡 Hint: Think about the implications of higher magnitudes on structural design.
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