WEATHER BY GIANNETTA

Bath, Pa.

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* * Richter Scale - Earthquakes Measurements * *

This scale was made by the American Geologist: Charles W. Richter in 1935, which measures the magnitude of an earthquake.

Below is a chart depicting the Richter Scale

Magnitude * Effects*
1
Detectable only by instruments.

2
Barely detectable, even near the epicenter.

3
Felt indoors.

4
Felt by most people. Slight damage.

5
Felt by all. Damage minor to moderate.

6
Moderate destruction.

7
Major destruction.

8
Total & major destruction.

Magnitude * Effects*

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