The focus of an earthquake is defined as:
A. Point on the Earth's surface directly above the origin
B. Point of rock rupture beneath the Earth's surface
C. Highest affected area
D. Deepest point in a fault zone
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
The focus is the point within the Earth where an earthquake originates due to sudden energy release.The point above it on the surface is called the epicenter.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Geological Hazards
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