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The point inside the earth right under the epicentre is called the _______.

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fault
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incentre
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focus
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fault scarp
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Solution

The correct option is C focus
Earthquakes reach the surface at a point of origin called the epicentre. This is the point where the worst effects are felt. The point inside the earth right under the epicentre is called the focus.

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