Question

Describe the main type of Earthquake Waves.

Answer 1

Earthquake Waves:- Earthquake waves travel in all directions from the Focus. There are three types of earthquake waves :

1. Longitudinal Waves: These are known as Primary Waves ‘P’
2. Transverse Waves: These are known as Secondary Waves ‘S’.
3. Surface Waves: These are called Long Waves or ‘L’ Waves.