There are two types of seismic waves: p-waves and s-waves. Which of the following describes both waves? (1 point)

Question

Responses

Both waves move the ground perpendicular to the direction they travel.
Both waves move the ground perpendicular to the direction they travel.

Both waves cause earthquakes.
Both waves cause earthquakes.

Both waves move the ground in the direction they travel.
Both waves move the ground in the direction they travel.

Both waves occur in the ocean.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

Both waves cause earthquakes.

P-waves (primary waves) and S-waves (secondary waves) are types of seismic waves generated by earthquakes. P-waves are compressional waves that move the ground in the direction they travel, while S-waves are shear waves that move the ground perpendicular to their direction of travel. However, since the question asks for a description that applies to both types of waves, the statement "Both waves cause earthquakes" is the accurate answer.