Seismic waves Flashcards by Tyler Howes | Brainscape

Q

When would p-waves increase or decrease in the earth?

A

P-waves increase at the crust-mantle and decrease at mantle core boundaries

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Q

What cannot travel through liquid?

A

S-waves

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Q

Where can S-waves not travel through>

A

The outer core as it is liquid

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