FAQ - Common Myths about Earthquakes

Q: Where can I buy a Richter scale?

A: The Richter scale is not a physical device, but a mathematical formula. The magnitude of an earthquake is determined from the logarithm of the amplitude of waves recorded on a seismogram at a certain period. See next question and answer.
For further information, see: The Richter Magnitude Scale.

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