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Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale

Definition

noun. a scale that measures earthquake effects based on people's observations.

Example Sentence

The earthquake was rated seven on the Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale.

More Example Sentences

They use the scale to describe earthquake damage.

Synonyms

earthquake scale; seismic scale

Antonyms

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