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Which of the following seismic waves moves the fastest? A. S-waves B. It depends on the part of the mantle each type travels through. C. Surface waves D. P-waves

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D.) P-waves

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Seismic waves are waves of energy that travel through the Earth's layers These waves are .recorded on seismographs.

P-waves are the seismic waves that move the fastest. Correct answer:D

P stands for primary. Because the P-waves are the fastest they are also the first to 'arrive' at a seismic station. They move through solid rock and fluids, like water or the liquid layers of the Earth.

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