Moment-Magnitude Scale

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Definition

noun. a scale used to measure the size of earthquakes.

Example Sentence

The seismologists used the Moment-Magnitude Scale to assess the earthquake's strength.

More Example Sentences

Scientists use the moment-magnitude scale often.

Synonyms

earthquake scale; seismic scale

Antonyms

calm; still

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