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The sudden release of energy in Earth's crust that creates seismic waves is called:

A. Fracture

B. Faulting

C. Earthquake

D. Aftershock

Answer: Option C

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Earthquake is the term for the sudden release of energy in the crust, creating seismic waves.It usually occurs along geological faults.

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