How Is Earthquake Magnitude and Intensity Measured? Richter, Mw and Mercalli
In earthquake news, we often hear phrases like “The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.4” or “It was felt with intensity 9”. These expressions...
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What Is an Aftershock and How Long Does It Last?
An aftershock is a smaller earthquake that follows a larger main shock in the same region and fault system. Aftershocks are part of the...