Which statement accurately describes a P wave?

Question

Question 14 options:

A)

A P wave can move through solid rock only.

B)

A P wave travels more slowly than an S wave.

C)

A P wave moves particles up and down or side to side.

D)

A P wave can travel through liquids.

Answer 1

The statement that accurately describes a P wave is:

D) A P wave can travel through liquids.

P waves (primary waves) are compressional waves that can travel through solids and liquids, while S waves (secondary waves) can only travel through solids.