Question

Match the seismic waves with their correct motion.

A) P-Waves - Transverse Motion
B) S-Waves - Compressional Motion
C) P-Waves - Compressional Motion
D) S-Waves - Transverse Motion

Answer 1

P-waves have compressional motion, while S-waves have transverse motion.

Step-by-step explanation:

Seismic waves, which are waves produced by earthquakes, can be classified into two main types: P-waves (compressional waves) and S-waves (shear waves). P-waves propagate through the material by causing particles to move in the same direction as the wave is travelling, resulting in compressional motion. On the other hand, S-waves cause particles to move perpendicular to the direction of the wave, resulting in transverse motion. Therefore, the correct match is:

1. A) P-Waves - Compressional Motion
2. D) S-Waves - Transverse Motion

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