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Moment magnitude scale measures the intensity of the earthquake.

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Important Questions on Some Natural Phenomenon

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What is an earthquake? What are the two main situations in which earthquakes occur?
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Earthquakes that measure _____ (3/6) on the Richter Scale are so violent that they cause extensive damage.

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What does a seismograph measure?
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An earthquake of magnitude 2 on Richter scale is:
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The epicentre of an earthquake is
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How is the intensity of an earthquake measured?   
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Name the three layers of earth. Draw a labelled diagram to show the structure of the earth.
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A quake of the value 1 indicates a massive earthquake.
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People who study earthquakes are called _____.
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Which of the following levels on a Richter scale indicates a quake that is almost not felt?
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The waves generated by the earthquake tremors are called:
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The place inside the earth's crust where the earthquake is generated is called:
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Write one difference between a tidal wave and a tsunami.
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The magnitude of an earthquake is measured on:
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Give one example of an epicentre of an earthquake in India.
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List three steps to handle a natural disaster.   
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 Which instrument is used to measure earthquakes?
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Earthquakes can also happen under the sea.
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 Mention any three effects of an earthquake.
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Which of the following part of the earth is made up of molten iron?