The Seismic Waves Can Pass Through Both Solid and Liquid

question 13

Short Answer

The seismic waves can pass through both solid and liquid portions of the Earth's interior, and be detected on the other side of the globe.

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Definitions:

Windward Side

The side of an object or geography that faces the direction from which the wind is blowing; often receives more rainfall and has cooler temperatures.

Mismatched

Refers to incorrect pairing or alignment, especially in the context of DNA or RNA sequences where base pairs do not properly align.

Tundra

Biome characterized by permanently frozen subsoil found between the ice cap and the tree line.

Prairie

A type of ecosystem characterized by vast open landscapes, grasslands, and few trees, often found in North America.