19.3.2. Surface Waves

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are surface waves?

   Hint

   Think about how waves might move across a flat surface.

2. 2.

   Name one type of surface wave.

   Hint

   Recall the names mentioned in class.

3. 3.

   Which type of surface wave causes horizontal motion?

   • Love Waves
   • Rayleigh Waves
   • P Waves
   • S Waves

   Hint

   Consider the name and how it relates to its movement.

4. 4.

   True or False: Rayleigh waves are slower than Love waves.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the rate of surface wave propagation.

5. 5.

   Design a fictional building meant to withstand both Love and Rayleigh waves. Describe the materials and structural features you would use.

   Hint

   Consider how modern buildings in earthquake zones are engineered.

6. 6.

   Analyze an earthquake scenario where Love and Rayleigh waves cause damage. Describe the impact each wave type has on different structures in an urban area.

   Hint

   Consider how the orientation and design of structures could mitigate these effects.