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OCR: THE PRINCIPLE OF THE SEISMOMETER The seismometer is an instrument for measuring earthquakes. There are two Spring flexes different kinds: one measures horizontal movement, and the other vertical movement. Heavy weight Support moves Rotating drum remains motionless vertically moves vertically, recording movement as Waves 6 4- Hinge Base moves vertically Earth moves vertically Base attached to bedrock