27.3.1 - Wave Arrival Identification
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What wave arrives first during an earthquake?
💡 Hint: Think about the wave that is known as the primary wave.
Name one characteristic of S-waves.
💡 Hint: Consider what makes them different in terms of energy.
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Which type of wave arrives first during an earthquake?
💡 Hint: It's called the primary wave.
True or False: S-waves travel faster than P-waves.
💡 Hint: Remember the sequence of arrival.
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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.
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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