3.6 - EXERCISES
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Practice Questions
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What are P-waves?
💡 Hint: Think about the first waves detected by seismographs.
What causes earthquakes?
💡 Hint: Consider stress buildup in geological structures.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Which type of wave arrives first at the surface during an earthquake?
💡 Hint: Remember they are 'primary' waves.
True or False: P-waves can travel through both liquid and solid states.
💡 Hint: Think about the nature of sound waves.
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Challenge Problems
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Explain how understanding earthquake waves has led to advances in earthquake-resistant technology.
💡 Hint: Consider how buildings respond to ground motion.
Discuss the relationship between deep drilling projects and discovering new geological formations.
💡 Hint: Think about the implications for mining and geology.
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