Earthquakes happen along a fault line. Which of the following is NOT true about faults?

Earthquakes and their causes

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Rustom Ongalon
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It can be found on land.
It can be found under the sea.
It is where fault cyclone starts.
It is a break in the Earth’s crust
2.
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Energy from inside the Earth makes the ground move. Which of the following is the reason why there is no movement right away?
Friction causes the delay on the movement of the ground.
There is no movement right away because of the vibration of the rocks.
There is no movement right away because of the bending of the rocks.
The rapid release of energy causes the delay of the movement of the ground.
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Earthquakes are common occurrence in Japan, Indonesia, and Philippines. Why is this so?
Japan, Indonesia and Philippines are surrounded by seas.
Japan, Indonesia and Philippines are located near the equator.
Japan, Indonesia and Philippines are considered archipelagic countries.
Japan, Indonesia and Philippines are found within the Pacific Ring of fire.
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Which of the following refers to the place where the earthquakes start?
Fault
Focus
Epicenter
Fault plane
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What do you call the spot above the focus on the surface of the Earth?
Fault
Crust
Focus
Epicenter
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Scientists use different ways to describe how powerful an earthquake is. Which method refers to noting the effects of the earthquake on people, structures, and the surroundings?
Focus
Intensity
Epicenter
Magnitude
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Which term refers to the released energy of an earthquake?
Focus
Intensity
Epicenter
Magnitude
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