The point that lies directly above the source of an earthquake is called:
- A. Earthquake Center
- B. Geological Center
- C. Gravitational Center
- D. Epicenter
Correct Answer: D. Epicenter
The Point on the Earth’s surface that lies directly above the source (hypocenter or focus) where an earthquake or an underground explosion originates is called Epicenter. At the epicenter, the strongest shaking occurs during an Earthquake.
Correct Answer: B. Pearl of the Orient
Correct Answer: D. Europe
The smallest continent by land area is Australia with 9,008,000 (km2) which represents just 6.03% of the total land area in the world. After Australia, Europe is the smallest continent by land area with 10,189,745 (km2) which represent just 6.82% of the Earth Land Mass.
Correct Answer: B. UK
Correct Answer: C. Canada & USA
Correct Answer: A. Turkey
Correct Answer: C. Henrik Dam (1929)