Final Review Flashcards
1
Q
What is an earthquake?
A
A vibration in the earth due to a rapid release of energy
2
Q
Where do earthquakes usually occur?
A
Along fault lines
3
Q
What is the difference between s and p waves?
A
P waves arrive first and travel through solids and liquids while S waves only travel through solids and arrive second
4
Q
What are surface waves?
A
Arrive after p and S waves and are the most destructive
