Seismographic
(adjective)
- Relating to or used in the measurement of earthquakes and the mapping of their intensity and origin.
- Of or relating to the study of earthquakes and the measurement of their intensity and origin.
Origin:
Late 19th century: from seism- (from greek seismos "earthquake") + -graphic.
Examples:
- Seismographic instruments are used to detect and measure the magnitude of earthquakes.
- The seismographic data was used to create a detailed map of the seismic activity in the region.
- Seismographic technology has improved greatly over the years, allowing for more accurate predictions of earthquakes.
- The seismographic reading showed that the earthquake was a major event, with a magnitude of 7.0.
- The seismographic equipment recorded the movements of the earth's crust during the earthquake.