Which scale is commonly used to measure the intensity of hurricanes and tropical cyclones?
A
Richter scale
B
Saffir-Simpson scale
C
Beaufort scale
D
Fujita scale
Correct Answer: Option B — Saffir-Simpson scale
Explanation:
The Saffir-Simpson scale categorizes hurricanes into five categories based on sustained wind speed helping predict potential damage and guide disaster preparedness measures.