Which of the following is a primary effect of an earthquake?
A) liquefaction
B) surface rupture
C) land-level change
D) tsunamis
E) landslides

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Surface rupture is a primary effect of an earthquake as it refers to the visible breaking and displacement of rocks along the fault zone where the earthquake originated.

Other options are secondary effects of earthquakes. Liquefaction occurs when soil liquefies due to shaking, causing buildings to sink or tilt. Land-level changes occur due to vertical ground movements during earthquakes. Landslides can occur due to ground shaking, and tsunamis are caused by underwater earthquakes or landslides.

Which of the Following Is a Primary Effect of an Earthquake