The instrument used to record seismic waves is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The instrument used to record seismic waves is
A. Anemometer
B. Hygrometer
C. Barometer
D. Seismograph
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Seismograph records earth tremors, detects earthquakes. Barometer atmospheric pressure. Hygrometer humidity. Anemometer wind speed. Seismograph uses inertia of a suspended mass.

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The universal law of gravitation states that the force between two masses is directly proportional to:
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Explanation:
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Correct Answer: Option D


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Correct Answer: Option D


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