Geography Lithosphere

Q. The epicentre of an earthquake is the ________

A
Point of intersection of P and S wave fronts
B
Point where P-waves touch the surface
C
Nearest point to the surface from the focus perpendicular to the earth's surface
D
Antipodal point

Correct Answer

Nearest point to the surface from the focus perpendicular to the earth's surface

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