I WONDER - How Are Earthquakes Measured?

The video tutorial explains the Richter Scale, named after Charles Richter in 1935, which measures earthquake magnitudes from 2.0 to over 10.0. It highlights the highest recorded earthquake at 9.5, emphasizing the scale's role in assessing earthquake strength and potential damage.

Who developed the Richter scale and in what year?

• Isaac Newton in 1687

• Charles Richter in 1935

• Albert Einstein in 1905

• Galileo Galilei in 1610

What is the starting point of the Richter scale?

• 2.0

• 3.0

• 0.0

• 1.0

What is the maximum value the Richter scale can exceed?

• 8.0

• 9.0

• 11.0

• 10.0

What was the magnitude of the highest recorded earthquake on the Richter scale?

• 9.0

• 8.5

• 10.0

• 9.5

What kind of damage does a 9.5 magnitude earthquake cause?

• Severe damage

• Moderate damage

• No damage

• Minimal damage