Subject Category > World Geography

Q. The place of origin of an earthquake is called

A) Seismal

B) Epicentre

C) Amphidromic Point

D) Focus

Focus

Additional Information > Exam point of View

The place of origin of an earthquake is known as the 'focus' or 'hypocenter,' while the point on the Earth's surface above it is the 'epicenter.'
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