comparison of different types of seismic waves 8
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Answer: 1. Body Waves: Travel through Earth's interior. - P-waves (Primary): Fastest, compressional waves (like sound waves). They push and pull rock particles in the direction they travel. Can travel through solids, liquids, and gases.- S-waves (Secondary): Slower, shear waves that shake rock particles perpendicular to the direction of travel. Only travel through solids. 2. Surface Waves: Travel along Earth's surface. - Love Waves: Horizontal shaking, similar to S-waves but confined to the surface. Cause significant ground shaking.- Rayleigh Waves: Combination of P-wave and S-wave motion, producing a rolling wave that can cause significant damage.
