Question

What do you mean by focus and epicenter of an earthquake​

Answer 1

The point inside the crust where the pressure is released is called the focus . The point on the Earth's surface above the focus is called the epicentre . The most severe damage caused by an earthquake will happen close to the epicentre.

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Answer 2

Answer:

The hypocenter is the point within the earth where an earthquake rupture starts. The epicenter is the point directly above it at the surface of the Earth. Also commonly termed the focus.

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