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    The Area on the Surface Directly Above from Where an Earthquake
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The Area on the Surface Directly Above from Where an Earthquake

Question 16

Question 16

Multiple Choice

The area on the surface directly above from where an earthquake occurs is known as the:


A) epicenter
B) focus
C) fault scarp
D) seismic waves

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