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There are a variety of ways to measure earthquakes. Match the descriptions to the two scales of measurement.

1. epicenter
2. various locations
3. location-dependent
4. does not vary by location

Moment Magnitude Scale: 1,2,3,or 4?
Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale:1,2,3,or 4?

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Here are the matches for the two scales of measurement:

  • Moment Magnitude Scale: 4 (does not vary by location)
  • Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale: 3 (location-dependent)

The Moment Magnitude Scale measures the energy released by an earthquake and is a standardized measurement that does not change regardless of where it is measured. In contrast, the Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale measures the intensity of shaking and damage at various locations, which can vary depending on factors like local geology and building structures.