Is it true that focus is the point where an earthquake is originated?

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The above statement is True.
The point inside the earth where an earthquake originated is known as the earthquake's focus (or hypocenter). The vibrations caused by earthquakes are called seismic waves. The sudden movement of plates causes an earthquake. The point where the edges give way is called the focus. The point above the focus on the surface of the earth is called the epicenter.

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