What Is the Focus of an Earthquake?

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Focus: the location where the earthquake begins, also the weakest point where the rocks slip, setting into motion the Elastic Rebound Theory.

The ground ruptures at this point, sending seismic waves radiating out in every direction.

Type a concept, like “slope” or “photosynthesis”.

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