Who measures earthquakes?

Answer 1

The United States Geological Survey monitors worldwide seismic activity.

Earthquakes are rated along the Richter scale. The Richter scale was invented by a seismologist, Dr. Charles Richter, and is a measure of the largest seismic wave recorded on a particular kind of seismograph located 62 miles from the epicenter of the earthquake.

Answer 2

There are numerous organizations and individuals involved in tracking earthquakes. There are freely available networks of seismic data provided primarily through universities, private companies, and government organizations.

One of the better known organizations involved in reporting things like seismic events and hazard maps is the United States Geological Survey. This is not however their sole function, nor is it exclusive to the USGS.

Answer 3

Earthquakes are measured by seismologists using instruments called seismometers. These devices detect and record ground movement caused by seismic waves, which helps determine the magnitude and location of an earthquake. Earthquake monitoring networks around the world collect and analyze data from seismometers to provide information on seismic activity.

Answer 4

A seismologist is the scientist responsible for measuring earthquakes.

Answer 5

yes it is possible if u have the right machinery. the point is there are huge earthquakes around the world which ppl need to track so they can evacuate huge amounts of ppl from the area

Answer 6

They are known as seismologists.

Answer 7

seismologist

Answer 8

A seismologist.

Answer 9

yes i do