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Describe the S-wave shadow effect of earth quakes.

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Answer: The shadow zone is the area of the earth from angular distances of 104 to 140 degrees from a given earthquake that does not receive any direct P waves. The shadow zone results from S waves being stopped entirely by the liquid core and P waves being bent (refracted) by the liquid core.

Explanation: 104 to 140 degrees from a given earthquake

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