Earthquake waves-S and P waves/Parts of a wave

Front

What does the amplitude of a wave measure?

Back

The amplitude measures from Crest to Rest Position.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-1

Front

What are P and S waves caused by?

Back

P and S waves are body waves caused by Earthquakes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Front

How are P and S waves classified?

Back

P and S waves are classified as Body waves.

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NGSS.HS-PS4-1

Front

What is the term for the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave?

Back

Wavelength.

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NGSS.HS-PS4-1

Front

What is the area of a longitudinal wave where the particles are crowded together called?

Back

Compression.

Front

What is the difference between P waves and S waves in terms of their movement?

Back

P waves are compressional waves that move in the same direction as the wave, while S waves are shear waves that move perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

Front

What type of wave is a P wave?

Back

A P wave is a longitudinal wave.

Front

What type of wave is an S wave?

Back

An S wave is a transverse wave.

Front

What is the speed comparison between P waves and S waves?

Back

P waves travel faster than S waves.

Front

What is the primary medium through which P and S waves travel?

Back

P and S waves primarily travel through the Earth's interior.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2