The intensity of an earthquake ________. Choose the only description that does not fit.
A. is described using the Mercalli scale
B. is useful for assessing heavily populated areas
C. is its effect on people and buildings
D. depends on the underlying geologic material
E. is an objective measurement
Answer: E
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A) the pressure will decrease. B) the temperature will increase. C) the density will decrease. D) the density will increase.
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-hemisphere -regions -countries -industrial centers -ranges