Question

Which of the following is used to quantify the energy that is released during an earthquake?

• A. Seismograph
• B. Seismogram
• C. Richter scale
• D. Damper

Hint:

Richter scale measures earthquake magnitude; each unit increase represents a 10-fold amplitude increase.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The Richter scale is used to quantify the energy released during an earthquake by measuring its magnitude:
- It calculates the amplitude of seismic waves recorded by a seismograph.
- Seismograph and seismogram are tools for recording, while a damper reduces vibrations in structures.