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Q · EarthquakeMedium · 45s
The point within the Earth where an earthquake rupture starts is called:
TopicEarthquake
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Explanation:
Hypocenter/Focus: The actual location beneath the earth’s surface where the fault rupture begins.
Epicenter: The point on the surface directly above the hypocenter.
Final Answer: Option D - Both B and C