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Match the earthquake measuring instrument with its correct description.

1. Richter scale
measures strength of an earthquake; measurement is based on the size of seismic waves
2. moment magnitude scale
measures strength of larger earthquakes; measurement is based on multiple variables
3. Mercalli intensity scale
measures effects of an earthquake; measurement can vary from place to place

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Here are the correct matches for the earthquake measuring instruments and their descriptions:

  1. Richter scale
    measures strength of an earthquake; measurement is based on the size of seismic waves

  2. Moment magnitude scale
    measures strength of larger earthquakes; measurement is based on multiple variables

  3. Mercalli intensity scale
    measures effects of an earthquake; measurement can vary from place to place