How do P-waves differ from S-waves?

Answer 1

First of all, P stands for primary and S stands for secondary.

P waves move in a compressional motion, similar to a slinky. S waves move in a shear motion perpendicular to the direction the wave is travelling.

Answer 2

P waves are the primary waves, and travel the fastest. They are compression waves, where rock is pushed and pulled in and out. S waves are secondary and travel slower. They are similar to a ripple on the water, where the water moves up and down. They cause most of the damage in an earthquake.

Answer 3

Well primary waves are faster and can go through anything like the core mantle or outer core or crust you name it it will go through. It causes the least amount of damage. Surface waves only go through the surface and cause the most damage. It's Earth science though yes it is very hard. It took me a while to understand this concept.

Answer 4

P Waves are the Primary waves, and travel the fastest. They are compression waves, where rock is pushed and pulled- in and out. S waves are secondary and travel slower. They are similar to a ripple on the water, where the water moves up and down. They cause most of the damage in an earthquake.

Answer 5

P-waves are primary waves that can travel through solid, liquid, and gas, while S-waves are secondary waves that can only travel through solids. P-waves are faster than S-waves and have a compressional motion, while S-waves have a shearing motion.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

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