The point that lies directly above the source of an earthquake is known as _______________ ?
Correct answer: B. Epicenter
- A. Earthquake Center
- B. Epicenter
- C. Gravitational Center
- D. Geological Center
Explanation
The epicentre is the point on Earth's surface directly above the earthquake's focus, where the rupture begins underground. The focus is the actual source within Earth.
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