Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sismógrafo
noun
si-smo-gra-fo
Definition
A seismograph is an instrument that detects and records the motion of the ground caused by seismic waves during an earthquake or other intense ground movements.
Examples
- The sismógrafo detected the tremors of the earthquake.
- Scientists used the sismógrafo to analyze the seismic activity in the region.
- Data from the sismógrafo helped improve building safety standards.
Meaning
The primary purpose of a seismograph is to measure and record the intensity, duration, and frequency of ground motion, which helps scientists and researchers study earthquakes and Earth’s structure.
Synonyms
- seismic recorder
- earthquake detector