logarithmic scale
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A scale of measurement in which each step represents a value multiplied by a fixed amount rather than added, useful for showing a huge range of values.
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Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Earthquake strength is measured on a _____, so each whole number represents ten times more shaking than the last."
Answer: logarithmic scale
In your own words, what does "logarithmic scale" mean?
A scale of measurement in which each step represents a value multiplied by a fixed amount rather than added, useful for showing a huge range of values.
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