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The place inside the earth's crust where the earthquake is generated is called:

Focus of an earthquake is located deep under the ground. Focus is the point inside the crust where the pressure is released. The point on the earth’s surface above the focus is called the epicenter.

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Which of the following part of the earth is made up of molten iron?

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Which of the following area of India is not the most threatened by earthquakes?

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An inflated rubber balloon is rubbed with a woollen cloth whereas a ballpoint pen refill is rubbed with a polythene bag. Which of these will get positively charged?

A) Inflated rubber balloon


B) Woollen cloth


C) Ballpoint pen refill


D) Polythene bag

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Lightning can even burn up a tree. Lightning contains a tremendous amount of: