What are seismic waves?
Seismic Waves Practice

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Seismic waves are waves of energy that travel through the Earth, typically as a result of tectonic movements or earthquakes.
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What are the two main types of seismic waves?
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The two main types of seismic waves are body waves (which include primary and secondary waves) and surface waves.
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What is a Primary Wave (P-Wave)?
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A Primary Wave (P-Wave) is a type of body wave that travels fastest through the Earth and can move through solids, liquids, and gases.
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What is a Secondary Wave (S-Wave)?
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A Secondary Wave (S-Wave) is a type of body wave that is slower than P-Waves and can only travel through solids.
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Which type of body wave is the most destructive?
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The Secondary Wave (S-Wave) is considered the most destructive type of body wave.
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What are Surface Waves?
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Surface Waves are seismic waves that travel along the Earth's surface and typically cause the most damage during an earthquake.
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What is a Divergent Plate Boundary?
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A Divergent Plate Boundary is where two tectonic plates move apart from each other, often creating new crust as magma rises to the surface.
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