What Form of Seismic Waves Travel in Compressions and Decompressions

question 54

Multiple Choice

What form of seismic waves travel in compressions and decompressions?

• A) systematic waves
• B) earthquake waves
• C) pressure waves
• D) shear waves
• E) gravity waves

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