परिमाण

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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

भूकंप का परिमाण 6.5 बताया गया।
The magnitude of the quake was reported as 6.5.
मध्यम परिमाण भी पुरानी इमारतों को नुकसान पहुँचा सकता है।
Even a moderate magnitude can damage old buildings.
एजेंसियाँ मिनटों में परिमाण का अनुमान जारी करती हैं।
Agencies release magnitude estimates within minutes.

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