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What is the transverse wave that is the second to reach the location of an earthquake?
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∙ 9y ago
These are known as the seismic waves or the s waves. They will reach the earthquake location second after the first shock.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 14y agoP(rimary) wave first. P-waves propagate through any medium.
S(econdary) wave second. S-waves will not travel though liquids, ie, the mantle
Surface wave last. Self explanatory.
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∙ 15y agoS-wave (Secondary wave)
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Transverse
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