Seismic Waves

Seismic Waves

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Science

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the focus of an earthquake?

Back

The focus is the point within the Earth where an earthquake originates.

2.

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Front

What is the epicenter of an earthquake?

Back

The epicenter is the point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are P waves?

Back

P waves, or primary waves, are the first seismic waves released during an earthquake and can travel through solids and liquids.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are S waves?

Back

S waves, or secondary waves, are seismic waves that follow P waves and cannot travel through liquids.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are surface waves?

Back

Surface waves are seismic waves that travel along the Earth's surface and usually cause the most damage during an earthquake.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a convergent plate boundary?

Back

A convergent plate boundary is where two tectonic plates collide or move on top of each other.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a divergent plate boundary?

Back

A divergent plate boundary is where two tectonic plates move apart from each other.

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