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

Ang magnitude ng lindol ay naiulat bilang 6.5.
The magnitude of the quake was reported as 6.5.
Kahit katamtamang magnitude ay maaaring makasira sa lumang gusali.
Even a moderate magnitude can damage old buildings.
Naglalabas ang mga ahensya ng taya sa magnitude sa loob ng ilang minuto.
Agencies release magnitude estimates within minutes.

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