Question

Which type of earthquake waves are similar to sound waves and can travel through gaseous, liquid, and solid materials?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: P-waves

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “P-waves”.

P-waves, also known as primary waves, are similar to sound waves and can travel through solids, liquids, and gases.

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