Which scale is used to measure the intensity or effect (damage) of an earthquake on the earth's surface?
A) Fujita Scale
B) Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale
C) Richter Scale
D) Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale

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The Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale is used to measure the intensity or effect (damage) of an earthquake on the earth's surface. The Fujita Scale and Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale are used to measure the intensity or effect of tornadoes and hurricanes respectively. The Richter Scale is used to measure the magnitude or strength of an earthquake.

Which Scale Is Used to Measure the Intensity or Effect