Waves inside the Earth 5E Flashcard
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the three main types of seismic waves?
Back
P-waves, S-waves, and surface waves.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the primary characteristic of P-waves?
Back
P-waves are compressional waves that can travel through solids, liquids, and gases.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the primary characteristic of S-waves?
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S-waves are shear waves that can only travel through solids.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do surface waves differ from P-waves and S-waves?
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Surface waves travel along the Earth's surface and typically cause more damage than P-waves and S-waves.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is amplitude in the context of seismic waves?
Back
Amplitude refers to the height of the wave, which is related to the energy released during an earthquake.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does frequency mean in relation to seismic waves?
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Frequency is the number of waves that pass a point in a given time period, affecting how we perceive the shaking.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the relationship between wave speed and the medium through which it travels?
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Wave speed varies depending on the density and elasticity of the medium; waves travel faster in denser and more elastic materials.
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