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Earthquakes (magnitude, causes)

Geography · Physical geography — landforms

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About this practice set

Earthquakes (magnitude, causes) is a Geography quiz (Physical geography — landforms) with 5 multiple-choice questions. Pick an answer and read the explanation that follows.

What you will be asked

  • Earthquakes are caused by:
  • The point of rupture below ground is the:
  • The point directly above the focus is the:
  • Magnitude is measured with a:
  • The Richter/Moment magnitude scale is: