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Summarize the source of the calculations for the Richter scale.
- Compare the Richter scale and Mercalli scale. In your opinion, explain which is more meaningful in the use of reporting earthquake destruction.
- Describe how math and science has made reporting earthquakes more accurate.

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1. Summarize the source of the calculations for the Richter scale.
2. Compare the Richter scale and Mercalli scale. In your opinion, explain which is more meaningful in the use of reporting earthquake destruction.
3. Describe how math and science has made reporting earthquakes more accurate.
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