Question

Distinguish Between ' Seismic Focus & Epicenter '​

Answer 1

$\sf \: Seismic \: Focus$

• The point of origin of seismic waves is called seismic focus .

• The energy reaches the Earth’s surface .

$\sf \: Epicenter$

• The point on the earth's surface directly above the seismic focus is called epicentre .

• Located above of the seismic focus (at 90° angle) .