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Geological Engineering · Q13

Geological Hazards

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 13

Q13

Seismic waves that cause the most damage during earthquakes are:

A.
P-waves
B.
Love waves
C.
Rayleigh waves
Answer
D.
S-waves

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Rayleigh waves are surface waves that move in a rolling motion and cause significant damage to structures.They travel slower but have larger amplitude.