Question

What distinguishes S-waves from P-waves?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: They are slower and arrive later

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “They are slower and arrive later”.

P-waves travel faster than S-waves, and are the first to be recorded by a seismograph.

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