Question

Which among the following is the purpose of the seismograph?

• A. To record the temperature of a given place
• B. To record the magnitude of an earthquake
• C. To record the atmospheric pressure in a given area
• D. To record the strength of a cyclone

Answer 1

The correct option is B To record the magnitude of an earthquake

The magnitude of an earthquake is measured using an instrument called a seismograph. They detect and record seismic waves. Scientists have seismographs set up all over the world to track the movement of the Earth's crust.