GEOLOGY

EARTH SCIENCE

NATURAL HAZARDS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the scientific equipment that measures the size of an earthquake called?
A
Barometer
B
Seismograph
C
Thermometer
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer: A seismograph is an instrument which is used to measure and record an earthquake.

Detailed explanation-2: -How do they work? A seismometer is the internal part of the seismograph, which may be a pendulum or a mass mounted on a spring; however, it is often used synonymously with “seismograph". Seismographs are instruments used to record the motion of the ground during an earthquake.

Detailed explanation-3: -Seismographs are instruments used to record the motion of the ground during an earthquake. They are installed in the ground throughout the world and operated as part of a seismographic network.

Detailed explanation-4: -A seismograph is a machine which measures an earthquake.

Detailed explanation-5: -A seismograph is an instrument that measures and registers seismic waves that travel through the Earth as the outcome of an earthquake.

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