which seismic waves are transverse waves? Which are longitudinal waves?
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Body waves are further divided into P-waves (primary waves) and S-waves (secondary waves). P-waves are longitudinal waves because they cause particles to move back and forth in the same direction as the wave is traveling. S-waves are transverse waves because they Show more…
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