Question

which word identifies the agent that carries the energy released from earthquakes?
epicenter
focus
lithosphere
waves

Explanation:

• Epicenter: The point on Earth's surface directly above an earthquake's origin, not an energy carrier.
• Focus: The underground origin point of an earthquake, not an energy carrier.
• Lithosphere: The rigid outer layer of Earth where earthquakes occur, not an energy carrier.
• Waves: Seismic waves transfer the energy released by earthquakes through the Earth.

Answer:

D. waves