magnitude
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noun
number that shows how strong an earthquake is at its source
Different from intensity, which describes shaking felt on the surface.
Examples
Die Magnitude des Bebens wurde mit 6,5 angegeben.
The magnitude of the quake was reported as 6.5.
Auch eine mittlere Magnitude kann alte Gebäude beschädigen.
Even a moderate magnitude can damage old buildings.
Behörden veröffentlichen Magnitudeschätzungen innerhalb von Minuten.
Agencies release magnitude estimates within minutes.
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