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In response to "M7.5 earthquake in Nepal. -- nm" by Beryllium

"Mercalli Intensity of IX" ... second time this week I've heard of that scale, hadn't heard of it before. I guess it's like the Shindo scale. -- nm

Posted by Beryllium (aka grayman) Apr 24 '15, 23:37

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it's an intensity scale. Richter is total energy released. there can actually be some pretty big discrepancy between them. the Japan and Christchurch - mafic Apr 24, 23:50 1
- Yeah, the Shindo scale measures local shaking, so it varies by distance but captures an accurate picture of damage -- nm - Beryllium Apr 24, 23:59
Oof. Yes, and no. It's the second-highest rating - violent shaking, heavy damage. -- (link) - Beryllium Apr 24, 23:38

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