20.13 - Seismic Waves and Their Propagation
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Practice Questions
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What type of wave is faster, P-wave or S-wave?
💡 Hint: Remember which wave comes first.
Which waves can travel through liquids?
💡 Hint: Think about the type of wave that is termed primary.
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Which type of seismic wave is faster?
💡 Hint: It's the 'primary' wave!
True or False: S-waves can travel through liquids.
💡 Hint: Remember the types of materials each wave can traverse.
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Evaluate the potential effects of a major earthquake occurring near a city built on soft sedimentary foundations versus one built on solid rock.
💡 Hint: Consider how seismic waves behave differently in various materials.
Propose a design strategy for buildings in earthquake-prone areas that account for the properties of P-waves and S-waves.
💡 Hint: Think about how waves interact with buildings and how to minimize damage.
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