Which of the following statements is/are correct?<br>1. Hypocenter is the point on the surface of the Earth, nearest to the focus.<br>2. Velocity of earthquake waves is higher in denser materials.<br>3. P waves move faster and are the first to arrive at the surface of the Earth.<br>Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- A. 1 and 2
- B. 2 and 3 ✓
- C. 1 and 3
- D. 3 only
Correct Answer: B. 2 and 3
Explanation
The hypocenter (or focus) is the point within the Earth where the earthquake rupture starts, not on the surface. Statements 2 and 3 are correct properties of seismic waves.
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