Seismic Waves

Welcome to "Seismic Waves," a category dedicated to exploring the fascinating world of seismic waves. Whether you are a curious individual or a budding geologist, this section is packed with insightful questions and informative answers about the characteristics, behaviors, and impacts of seismic waves. From understanding the different types of waves, such as primary, secondary, and surface waves, to delving into their propagation, measurement, and significance in seismology, this category aims to deepen your knowledge and appreciation for these powerful and mysterious forces beneath the Earth's surface. Join us on this enlightening journey as we unravel the enigmatic nature of seismic waves and their profound role in shaping our dynamic planet.

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Use the passage to answer the question.What do waves have to do with earthquakes? Earthquakes are caused when the ground shakes
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2. asked by annoymous
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How do seismic waves help scientists understand Earth's layers? Select the two correct answers. (1 point)Scientists can observe
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2. asked by M
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Earthquakes are essentially sound waves travelling through the earth. They are called seismic waves. Because the earth is solid,
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2. asked by sarah
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How are P waves different from S waves?(1 point)Responses P waves cause damage, and S waves do not cause damage. P waves cause
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2. asked by addreian
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What distinguishes surface and body seismic waves?
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The diagram below shows how different seismic waves travel through the earth. Why doesn’t wave A move through the Earth like
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Which of the answers is true about seismic waves?A. Seismic waves travel through the Earth while carrying energy. B. The seismic
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2. asked by Altarde
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There are two types of seismic waves: p-waves and s-waves. Which of the following describes both waves? (1 point)
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There are two types of seismic waves: p-waves and s-waves. Which of the following describes both waves?A. Both waves cause
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2. asked by hi
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There are two types of seismic waves: p-waves and s-waves. Which of the following describes both waves? (1 point)Responses Both
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There are two types of seismic waves: p-waves and s-waves. Which of the following describes both waves? (1 point)
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Earthquakes are essentially sound waves traveling through the earth. They are called seismic waves. Because the earth is solid,
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2. asked by Michael Moskvich
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The velocity of the transverse waves producedby an earthquake is 5.08 km/s, while that of the longitudinal waves is 8.3312 km/s.
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2. asked by Laura
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Earthquakes produce two kinds of seismicwaves: he longitudinal primary waves (called P waves) and the transverse secondary waves
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2. asked by Jeff Snider
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What was Mohorovičić's observation?(1 point)Seismic waves could not go through the brittle crust. Seismic waves travelled at
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2. asked by 🌹Yuki🌙
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Which seismic wave arrives first at a seismograph station?Which arrives last? Which seismic waves cause most of the damage
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2. asked by Sara
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Which type of seismic wave causes rock particles to move in the same direction as the wave movement?a. P-wave b. S-wave c.
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2. asked by Angie
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What type of seismic wave only travels on the earth surface?
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2. asked by .
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There are two types of seismic waves: p-waves and s-waves. Which of the following describes both waves? (1 point)Responses Both
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2. asked by @bit
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Earths changing surface Apply answersWhats type of seismic wave only travels on the earth surface? What are seismic waves?
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2. asked by EthanLuvsCats4942
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Which seismic waves are called transverse waves?
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2. asked by saheb
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What do waves have to do with earthquakes? Earthquakes are caused when the ground shakes due to the release of energy. This
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2. asked anonymously
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How are P waves different from S waves?(1 point) Responses P waves cause damage, and S waves do not cause damage. P waves cause
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2. asked by Government
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Earthquakes can also sendwaves that are sometimes reported by observers.
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2. asked anonymously
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Read the following introduction. Then answer the question.Eating a healthy diet is a lot like building a house. Health experts
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Use the passage to answer the question.What do waves have to do with earthquakes? Earthquakes are caused when the ground shakes
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2. asked by Dont worry abt my name
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How are P waves different from S waves?(1 point)Responses P waves move under Earth’s surface, and S waves move along Earth’s
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2. asked by kyro
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At type of seismic wave only travels on the earth surface
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2. asked anonymously
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What type of seismic wave only travels on the earths surface
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Use the passage to answer the question.What do waves have to do with earthquakes? Earthquakes are caused when the ground shakes
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2. asked anonymously
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How are P waves different from S waves?(1 point)Responses P waves travel slowly, and S waves travel quickly. P waves travel
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2. asked by el primo
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Use the passage to answer the question.What do waves have to do with earthquakes? Earthquakes are caused when the ground shakes
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2. asked by Kanna
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Use the passage to answer the question.What do waves have to do with earthquakes? Earthquakes are caused when the ground shakes
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2. asked anonymously
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Hiwhat is the name of a large wave created by some earthquakes it is not tsunami off course Help plesaeee Since this is not my
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2. asked by nun
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What was Mohorovičić's observation?(1 point)Responses Seismic waves penetrated all Earth's layers. Seismic waves penetrated
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2. asked by Boo <3
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How are P waves different from S waves?(1 point)Responses P waves travel slowly, and S waves travel quickly. P waves cause
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2. asked by girl....erm
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How are P waves different from S waves?(1 point)Responses P waves travel slowly, and S waves travel quickly. P waves travel
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2. asked anonymously
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What was mohorovicics observation?A. Seismic waves traveled at varying speeds B. Seismic waves traveled at constant speeds C.
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2. asked by Jsh7sbna
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What was Mohorovičić's observation?(1 point) Responses Seismic waves penetrated all Earth's layers. Seismic waves penetrated
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Use the passage to answer the question.What do waves have to do with earthquakes? Earthquakes are caused when the ground shakes
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2. asked by civic
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Use the passage to answer the question.What do waves have to do with earthquakes? Earthquakes are caused when the ground shakes
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2. asked anonymously
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What was Mohorovičić's observation?(1 point)Responses Seismic waves travelled at varying speeds. Seismic waves travelled at
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2. asked anonymously
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2. Which statement is true of P-waves?a. They travel the fastest through rocks. b. They vibrate at 90° to the wave motion. c.
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2. asked by Jman
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Earthquakes are essentially sound waves travelling through the earth. They are called seismic waves. Because the earth is solid,
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2. asked by Anonymous
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Which option describes the seismic waves that can cause damage to structures during an earthquake?(1 point)Responses Only P
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2. asked anonymously
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Which option correctly describes how scientists use seismic waves to locate an earthquake epicenter?(1 point) Responses The
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2. asked by Cheezet
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What is the Mohorovičić discontinuity?(1 point)Responses the measurement of the speed of seismic waves the measurement of the
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Use the passage to answer the question. What do waves have to do with earthquakes? Earthquakes are caused when the ground shakes
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2. asked anonymously
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Match each statement with the correct type of seismic wave (4 points)S-Waves P_Waves Slower moving waves that move up and down
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2. asked anonymously
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Match each statement with the correct type of seismic wave (4 points)S-Waves P_Waves Slower moving waves that move up and down
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