Which of the Following Statements Concerning S Waves Is NOT

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning S waves is NOT true?

• A) S waves temporarily displace materials they pass through with a shearing stress.
• B) The speed of an S wave depends on the elasticity of the media through which it travels.
• C) S waves may change their direction of travel when they encounter a material of different rigidity.
• D) S waves do not have enough energy and speed to pass through liquids or gases.

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