26.2.1 - Nature and Motion
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What motion do S-waves create in the ground?
💡 Hint: Think about how much S stands for 'shear'.
Can S-waves travel through liquids?
💡 Hint: Recall that S-waves are not present in the Earth's outer core.
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What type of wave movement do S-waves cause?
💡 Hint: Relate S-waves to shear.
True or False: S-waves can propagate through liquids.
💡 Hint: Remember what we discussed about the Earth's outer core.
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Explain the implications of S-wave behavior on structural design in earthquake-prone areas.
💡 Hint: Consider how buildings shake during an earthquake.
Using the formula for shear wave velocity, calculate the velocity if the shear modulus is 80 GPa and density is 2000 kg/m^3.
💡 Hint: Use your calculator carefully!
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