Which scale is used to measure tornado intensity?
A) Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale
B) Enhanced Fujita (EF) Scale
C) Richter Scale
D) None of the above

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The Enhanced Fujita (EF) Scale is used to measure tornado intensity based on the damage the tornado causes on structures and vegetation. The scale ranges from EF0 to EF5, with EF5 being the most destructive. The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale measures hurricane intensity, the Richter Scale measures earthquake magnitude, and none of the above scales are used to measure tornado intensity.

Which Scale Is Used to Measure Tornado Intensity