Tracking Earthquakes Quick Check

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

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.
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The correct answer is: P waves move under Earth’s surface, and S waves move along Earth’s surface.