TopicEarthquake
magnitud · /maɡ.niˈtud/
magnitud
magnitud/maɡ.niˈtud/noun
number that shows how strong an earthquake is at its source
número que muestra la fuerza de un terremoto en su origen
Different from intensity, which describes shaking felt on the surface.
Distinto de la intensidad, que describe el temblor sentido en superficie.
Examples
The magnitude of the quake was reported as 6.5.
Even a moderate magnitude can damage old buildings.
Agencies release magnitude estimates within minutes.
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