Which option describes the seismic waves that can cause damage to structures during an earthquake?(1 point)

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All seismic waves can cause damage, but P waves and S waves cause the most damage.
All seismic waves can cause damage, but P waves and S waves cause the most damage.

All seismic waves can cause damage, but surface waves cause the most damage.
All seismic waves can cause damage, but surface waves cause the most damage.

Only surface waves can cause damage. P waves and S waves do not cause any damage.
Only surface waves can cause damage. P waves and S waves do not cause any damage.

Only P waves and S waves can cause damage. Surface waves do not cause any damage.

Answer 1

The correct option is:

All seismic waves can cause damage, but surface waves cause the most damage.

Surface waves are known to be the most destructive during an earthquake, as they typically have larger amplitudes and longer durations than other types of seismic waves.