Seismic Waves

Front

What type of wave is an S-wave?

Back

Transverse

Front

What is the sudden shaking of the ground that generates seismic waves?

Back

Earthquake

Front

What is the name of the surface wave that moves in a side-to-side motion?

Back

Love Wave

Front

How does a secondary wave (S-wave) move in relation to the direction of wave propagation?

Back

Perpendicular

Front

Which type of seismic wave typically causes the most damage during an earthquake?

Back

Surface Waves

Front

What are the two main types of seismic waves?

Back

Body Waves and Surface Waves

Front

What is the primary difference between P-waves and S-waves?

Back

P-waves are longitudinal and can travel through solids and liquids, while S-waves are transverse and can only travel through solids.

Front

What is the term for the point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of an earthquake?

Back

Epicenter

Front

What is the focus of an earthquake?

Back

The point within the Earth where the earthquake originates.

Front

What type of wave travels fastest during an earthquake?

Back

P-waves (Primary waves)