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What are large waves produced by earthquakes?

Large waves produced by earthquakes are known as tsunamis.Define: Tsunami - A very large and destructive wave, generally caused by a tremendous disturbance in the ocean, such as an undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption.


What Earthquakes produce that travel though Earth?

Seismic waves are produced by earthquakes and travel through the Earth. These waves can be divided into two main types: body waves (P-waves and S-waves) that travel through the interior of the Earth, and surface waves that travel along the Earth's surface.


Earthquakes fastest waves that push and pull?

The fastest waves produced by an earthquake are called P-waves, or primary waves, that push and pull the ground in the direction of their movement. These waves travel through solids, liquids, and gases and are the first to be detected by seismographs during an earthquake event.


How do seismologists determine the type of waves produced by earthquakes?

Seismologists determine the type of waves produced by earthquakes by analyzing the arrival times of P-waves and S-waves at different seismic stations. P-waves are the first to arrive and are compressional waves, while S-waves are slower and are shear waves. By studying the characteristics of these waves, seismologists can classify the earthquake waves and understand the nature of the seismic event.


What Movement of the faults produces which kind of energy waves?

The movement of faults produces seismic waves. When an earthquake occurs, it generates three types of seismic waves: P-waves (Primary waves), S-waves (Secondary waves), and surface waves. P-waves are the fastest and can travel through solids, liquids, and gases. S-waves are slower and move only through solids. Surface waves cause the most damage and travel along the Earth's surface.