Question

question 1 10 pts earthquakes generate two types of body waves. using the resources provided, discuss the two types. in your discussion, include action of the waves (3pts), relative speeds of the waves (3pts), and which wave causes the most damage (3pts). one point will be awarded for proper grammar and punctuation. resources:

Explanation:

Earthquakes generate P - waves (primary waves) and S - waves (secondary waves). P - waves are compressional waves that move through a medium by pushing and pulling the particles in the direction of wave motion. They are the fastest body waves and can travel through solids, liquids, and gases. S - waves are shear waves that move particles perpendicular to the wave motion. They are slower than P - waves and can only travel through solids. Generally, S - waves cause more damage because they produce stronger ground motion and can shake structures more violently.

Answer:

P - waves are compressional, faster, can travel through various states of matter. S - waves are shear, slower, only through solids. S - waves usually cause more damage.