Amount of destruction caused by an earthquake is measured by:

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Question

Amount of destruction caused by an earthquake is measured by:

  1. A. Richter Scale
  2. B. Intensity Scale
  3. C. Magnitude Scale
  4. D. Mercalli Scale (Correct answer)

Correct Answer

Option D — Mercalli Scale

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Mercalli Scale.

Key Points

  • The Richter scale measures the magnitude (energy released) of an earthquake.
  • The Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) scale measures the intensity of ground shaking and destruction at a specific location — it directly quantifies the amount of damage caused.