The longitudinal, transverse and surface waves in an earthquake originate from

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The longitudinal, transverse and surface waves in an earthquake originate from

1.The focus within the body of the earth

2.The epicentre on the surface of the earth

3. The focus on the surface of the earth

4.The epicentre within the body of the earth

Posted Date:-2021-12-23 17:48:00

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