Magnitude

Question 1

Amount of energy

Answer 1

Magnitude

Question 2

Measure based on the shaking…..

Answer 2

Magnitude

Question 3

Usually not felt, but can be record by seismograph

Answer 3

2.5 or less

Question 4

Often felt, but only causes minor damages

Answer 4

2.5 - 5.4

Question 5

Slight damage to buildings

Answer 5

5.5 - 6.0

Question 6

Any cause major damage in populated areas

Answer 6

6.1 - 6.9

Question 7

Major earthquakes causing serious damage

Answer 7

7.0 - 7.9

Question 8

Great earthquake that can totally destroy communities near its epicenter

Answer 8

8.0 or greater