Seismic Waves

Question 1

What is a seismic wave?

Answer 1

Seismic waves are waves that travel through the Earth.

They are a result of earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and large explosions.

Question 2

Which device is used to detect seismic waves?

Answer 2

A seismometer is used to detect seismic waves.

Question 3

Why do scientists study seismic waves?

Answer 3

It helps us understand the internal structure of the earth.

It allows us to detect earthquakes early.

Question 4

What type of scientist studies seismic waves?

Answer 4

Seismologist.

Question 5

What are the two types of seismic wave?

Answer 5

P-waves

S-waves

Question 6

Which physical states (solid, liquid, gas) can P-waves travel through?

Answer 6

P-waves can travel through solids, liquids, and gases.

Question 7

Are P-waves transverse or longitudinal waves?

Answer 7

P-waves are longitudinal waves.

Question 8

Which physical states (solid, liquid, gas) can S-waves travel through?

Answer 8

S-waves can only travel through solids.

Question 9

Are S-waves transverse or longitudinal waves?

Answer 9

S-waves are transverse.

Question 10

Do P-waves or S-waves travel faster?

Answer 10

P-waves travel faster.

Question 11

Which physical state (solid / liquid / gas) is the mantle?

Answer 11

The mantle is solid