Which of the Following Can Occur When Seismic Waves Encounter

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can occur when seismic waves encounter a layer in Earth's interior?

• A) They can be reflected or refracted.
• B) They can be absorbed.
• C) Their speed can change.
• D) All of the above can occur, depending upon the nature of the layer.
• E) None of the above-seismic waves cannot penetrate below the crust of Earth.

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