Question
Geology Question on Applied Geology
Which one of the following options is the CORRECT sequence of seismic waves in order of arrival time recorded on a seismogram after an earthquake?
A
P-waves, S-waves, Rayleigh waves, Love waves
B
P-waves, Rayleigh waves, S-waves, Love waves
C
S-waves, P-waves, Love waves, Rayleigh waves
D
P-waves, S-waves, Love waves, Rayleigh waves
Answer
P-waves, S-waves, Love waves, Rayleigh waves
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (D): P-waves, S-waves, Love waves, Rayleigh waves