Question

Which point experiences the earthquake waves first on the Earth's surface?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Epicentre

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Epicentre”.

The point on the surface, nearest to the focus, is called the epicenter. It is the first one to experience the waves. It is a point directly above the focus.

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