Q9
Which of the following is/are the correct characteristic(s) of primary seismic wave?
A.
It is a longitudinal and compressional wave
B.
It is analogous to sound waves
C.
It travels with faster speed through solids but slowly through liquids
D.
All the above three
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
The characteristic(s) of primary seismic wave are that it is a longitudinal and compressional wave, it is analogous to sound waves and it travels with faster speed through solids but slowly through liquids. Primary waves (P- waves) are compressional waves that are longitudinal in nature.