everyday science MCQ #4716

The intensity of an earthquake is measured with a:

everyday science MCQ #4716

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The intensity of an earthquake is measured with a:

    • A) Barometer
    • B) Hydrometer
    • C) Polygraph
    • D) Seismograph

    Answer: Seismograph

    Explanation: A seismograph (or seismometer) records ground motion caused by earthquakes; the Richter scale and moment magnitude scale use seismographic data to quantify earthquake intensity.