Practice Wave Arrival Identification - 27.3.1 | 27. Seismogram | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

What wave arrives first during an earthquake?

💡 Hint: Think about the wave that is known as the primary wave.

Question 2

Easy

Name one characteristic of S-waves.

💡 Hint: Consider what makes them different in terms of energy.

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Question 1

Which type of wave arrives first during an earthquake?

  • P-wave
  • S-wave
  • Surface Wave

💡 Hint: It's called the primary wave.

Question 2

True or False: S-waves travel faster than P-waves.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the sequence of arrival.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a seismogram that displays the arrival times of P, S, and surface waves, analyze how this information can be used to assess the earthquake's epicenter location.

💡 Hint: Reflect on how the differences in wave speeds aid in determining distances.

Question 2

Consider a building designed to withstand earthquakes. How would understanding the difference in wave types help in its design?

💡 Hint: Think about how each wave's characteristics influence building resilience.

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