Question

How much does the intensity of an earthquake increase after each unit of the Richter scale?

• A. Five times
• B. Seven times
• C. Ten times
• D. Fifteen times

Hint:

An increase of one unit on the Richter scale represents a tenfold increase in the intensity of an earthquake.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The intensity of an earthquake increases by a factor of ten for each unit increase on the Richter scale, making higher magnitude earthquakes significantly more powerful.