Charles Francis Richter

1900–1985 (age 85)

Seismologist

Biography

Charles Francis Richter, a seismologist at Caltech, codified earthquake strength through the Richter scale while collaborating with Beno Gutenberg, and his precise measurements brought a new language to the forces that shaped the American West.

He strove to educate the public about seismic hazards and to improve instrumentation, leaving behind not only data but a commitment to safety, and his memory rests at Mountain View Cemetery and Mausoleum.

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