Question

How does the Mercalli scale measure an earthquake?

Answer 1

The Mercalli scale measures the intensity of an earthquake. It measures the effects of an earthquake, and is distinct from the moment magnitude usually reported for an earthquake.

Answer 2

Answer:

From A scale of 1 top 12.

Explanation:

• A Mercalli scale is a scale that is based on the damages of the observed earthquake, and this scale was first given by Giuseppe Mercalli to measure the intensity of the earthquakes and the measure of the sudden shaking of the effects of it's on the landmasses.  

The intensity s measured by the

1. Not felt.  --- magnitude of 1.0

2. Weak.few people. The-----  magnitude of 1.0 to 3.0.  

3. Weak few people. The-----  magnitude of 3.0 to 3.9.

4. Light felt during the day. The-----  magnitude of 4.0–4.9

5. Moderate mostly felt. The-----  magnitude of 4.0–4.9.

6. Strong, felt by all.      (5.0–5.9)

7. Very strong damage is negotiable to buildings.  (5.0–5.9)

8. Severe, heavy furniture overturned. The-----  magnitude of 6.0–6.9.

9. Violent, great damage in substantial buildings. (above 7.0)

10. Extreme, railways lines bent.  

11. Extreme,  bridges destroyed.

12. Extreme,  total; damage and destruction.