The __________ scale measures the total amount of energy released during an earthquake, based on the amount of movement and the fault surface area.
A) Mercalli
B) Roncalli
C) Richter
D) moment magnitude

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The moment magnitude scale measures the total amount of energy released during an earthquake, based on the amount of movement and the fault surface area. The Mercalli and Roncalli scales measure the intensity of shaking and the effects on people, buildings, and natural features. The Richter scale measures the amplitude of seismic waves at a single point near the epicenter.

The __________ Scale Measures the Total Amount of Energy Released