Definition of Modified Mercalli scale

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Modified Mercalli scale

The term 'Modified Mercalli scale' as it applies to the area of reclamation can be defined as ' An earthquake intensity scale which has twelve divisions ranging from I (not felt by people) to XII (nearly total damage). For more information on the modified Mercalli scale, visit the U.S. Geological Survey National Earthquake Information Center'.

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