What is the difference between seismograph and Richter scale?
The following illustrates the difference between the Richter and seismograph scale:
Seismograph |
Richter scale |
is Used to measure and record the vibrations of earthquakes. |
Used to indicate the intensity of an earthquake. |
Used to measure the movements associated with the ground like seismic waves which resulted in an earthquake and volcanic eruptions. |
Used to quantify the energy that is released during an earthquake. |