The point above the origin of an earthquake on the surface is called a(n) (explain)
a
Origin
b
Focus
c
Epicenter
d
Fault
c. Epicenter
The epicenter is the point located on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of an earthquake. The focus is the actual location deep within the Earth's crust where the earthquake originates. When seismic waves generated by the earthquake reach the surface, the epicenter is the spot where they are first felt or detected. It is the point of reference from which the earthquake's intensity, magnitude, and location are determined.