How are P waves different from S waves?(1 point)
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P waves move under Earth’s surface, and S waves move along Earth’s surface.
P waves move under Earth’s surface, and S waves move along Earth’s surface.
P waves travel slowly, and S waves travel quickly.
P waves travel slowly, and S waves travel quickly.
P waves cause damage, and S waves do not cause damage.
P waves cause damage, and S waves do not cause damage.
P waves push and pull in the same direction as the wave, and S waves move up and down.
P waves push and pull in the same direction as the wave, while S waves move up and down.
P waves push and pull in the same direction as the wave, while S waves move up and down.
The correct answer is: P waves push and pull in the same direction as the wave, and S waves move up and down.
To understand the difference between P waves and S waves, it is helpful to know that they are both types of seismic waves that are generated during an earthquake. P waves, also known as primary waves, are the fastest seismic waves and are the first to be detected by seismographs. S waves, also known as secondary waves or shear waves, are slower than P waves and are typically detected after P waves.
P waves move through the Earth, both in solids and liquids. They are able to travel through all types of materials, including solids, liquids, and gases. They move in a back-and-forth motion, pushing and pulling in the same direction as the wave is traveling.
On the other hand, S waves only move through solids. They cannot travel through liquids or gases. Unlike P waves, S waves move in a side-to-side or up-and-down motion, perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation. This is why they are also known as shear waves.
In summary, P waves push and pull in the same direction as the wave, while S waves move up and down or side-to-side. This distinction in motion and the ability to travel through different materials are what differentiate P waves from S waves.