Question

Earthquake A has a magnitude of 4.2. Earthquake B has a magnitude of 6.1. Which statement could explain the different magnitudes?

A:The seismic waves caused by earthquake B traveled more slowly

B:The rock that shifted to cause earthquake B was deeper underground

C:The seismic waves caused by earthquake B all traveled in the same direction

D:The rock that shifted to cause earthquake B released more energy

Answer 1

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Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

D:The rock that shifted to cause earthquake B released more energy

Step-by-step explanation:

The magnitude of an earthquake is a function of the intensity of the earthquake and energy it releases.

An earthquake is a sudden movement within the earth which causes a release of energy.

• The magnitude of earthquakes is reported by the intensity of the quakes from the source.
• Earthquakes with a high intensity will have a high energy.