A seismologist who studies earthquakes sees that a seismic wave has traveled 500 km through the Earth change speeds multiple times. What conclusion can be drawn from this observation? (1 point) The seismic wave's wavelength remained constant. This seismic wave's frequency also changed multiple times. As the wave passed through less dense material, the wavelength decreased. As the wave passed through less dense material, the speed of the wave increased.
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Seismic waves are mechanical waves that travel through the Earth, and their speed can vary depending on the density and elasticity of the material they pass through. Show more…
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