An earthquake has a high magnitude but a low intensity. Which statement best explains this?
A- magnitude measures the energy released by earthquake while intensity measures the amount of damage
B magnitude measures the duration of the earthquake while intensity measures the energy released by the earthquake
C magnitude measures the duration of the earthquake while intensity measures the amount of damage
D magnitude measures the energy released by the earthquake while intensity measures its duration
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A- magnitude measures the energy released by earthquake while intensity measures the amount of damage