Question

How are P waves different from S waves?(1 point)
Responses

P waves cause damage, and S waves do not cause damage.
P waves cause damage, and S waves do not cause damage.

P waves move under Earth’s surface, and S waves move along Earth’s surface.
P waves move under Earth’s surface, and S waves move along Earth’s surface.

P waves push and pull in the same direction as the wave, and S waves move up and down.
P waves push and pull in the same direction as the wave, and S waves move up and down.

P waves travel slowly, and S waves travel quickly.
P waves travel slowly, and S waves travel quickly.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

**P waves push and pull in the same direction as the wave, and S waves move up and down.**

P waves (primary waves) are compressional waves that move in the same direction as the wave propagation, while S waves (secondary waves) move perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.