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Tsunamis, or what we used to call tidal waves, before the cause was understood as well as it is today.

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What kind of energy does an earthquake deep underground release?

An earthquake deep underground releases seismic energy in the form of seismic waves. These waves carry energy from the point of the earthquake's origin (the focus) and cause the ground to shake as they propagate through the Earth's crust.


What kind of waves are associated with earthquakes?

Seismic waves are associated with earthquakes. These waves travel through the Earth's layers and cause shaking and ground displacement during an earthquake. There are two main types of seismic waves: body waves, which travel through the interior of the Earth, and surface waves, which travel along the Earth's surface.


What kind of a wave is caused by an seismic activity?

Seismic activity generates seismic waves. These waves can be classified into two main types: body waves that travel through the Earth's interior (P-waves and S-waves) and surface waves that travel along the Earth's surface (Love waves and Rayleigh waves).


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Which kind of seismic wave-body or surface-tend to cause the most damage during an earthquake?

Surface waves tend to cause the most damage during an earthquake. These waves travel along the Earth's surface and typically have larger amplitudes and longer durations than body waves, leading to more intense shaking. Among surface waves, Love and Rayleigh waves are particularly destructive, as they can cause significant ground movement and structural damage. In contrast, body waves, while faster, generally cause less surface damage.