Multiple choice

Consider the following facts:

  1. Hypocentre and epicentre of an earthquake is the same thing.
  2. Epicentre and focus of an earthquake is the same thing.

Which of the above is/are true?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The epicentre is the point on the Earth's surface that is directly above the hypocenter or focus, the point where an earthquake or underground explosion originates. Thus, focus and hypocentre are synonymous terms, whereas epicentre is a related but distinct concept.

Keep practicing — related questions