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Geological Engineering · Q58

Geological Hazards

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 58

Q58

The Mercalli Intensity Scale measures:

A.
Magnitude of earthquake
B.
Depth of focus
C.
Damage caused by an earthquake
Answer
D.
Speed of wave propagation

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Mercalli Intensity Scale measures the observed effects and damage caused by an earthquake on people and structures.