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Natural Hazards and Disasters
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Distinguish between magnitude and intensity of earthquakes.

Answer

Magnitude: The magnitude, measured on the Richter scale is a measure of the seismic energy radiated by the earthquake.


Intensity: The intensity is the measure of the damage caused by the earthquake and is measured on Mercalli Scale.

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