The graph shows the different velocities of P-waves and S-waves through Earth's interior.
Which cross section best shows the inferred thickness of Earth's interior layers that cause these different velocities?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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C.
What would be the best explanation as to why the S waves suddenly stop at the point they do?
A.
the S waves are not strong enough to go any further
B.
the S waves can only travel through solids, so there must be a liquid at that location.
C.
the P waves stop the S waves from going any further.
D.
The S waves can only move through liquids, so there must be a solid at that location.
A.
the S waves are not strong enough to go any further
B.
the S waves can only travel through solids, so there must be a liquid at that location.
C.
the P waves stop the S waves from going any further.
D.
The S waves can only move through liquids, so there must be a solid at that location.
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