1:An earthquake has a high magnitude but a low intensity. Which statement best explains this?

Question

a: Magnitude measures the energy released by the earthquake, while intensity measures its duration.
b: Magnitude measures the energy released by the earthquake, while intensity measures the amount of damage.
c: Magnitude measures the duration of the earthquake, while intensity measures the energy released by the earthquake.
d: Magnitude measures the duration of the earthquake, while intensity measures the amount of damage.

Answer 1

b: Magnitude measures the energy released by the earthquake, while intensity measures the amount of damage.