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Which earthquake was the largest instrumentally recorded in history?
Quick Answer
The 1960 Valdivia earthquake in Chile was the largest instrumentally recorded earthquake in history. It had a magnitude of 9.5.
The Full Story
The Great Chilean earthquake, also called the 1960 Valdivia earthquake, struck southern Chile on 22 May 1960. It is the largest earthquake ever recorded by modern instruments, with a moment magnitude of 9.5. The quake generated a devastating tsunami that crossed the Pacific Ocean. It remains the benchmark event for understanding the extreme end of earthquake size.
Key Facts
1.Date: 22 May 1960
2.Magnitude: 9.5
3.It generated a Pacific-wide tsunami
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