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The point at which the shock originates is called

The point at which the shock originates is called
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  • A Focus
  • B Vent
  • C Caldera
  • D Crater
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A is correct; the point at which the originates is called the origin or focus and the point on the earth’s surface directly above the focus or where the shock waves first hit the surface is known as epicenter.

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