Which of the Following Can Occur When Seismic Waves Encounter

question 117

Multiple Choice

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

• A) reflection and/or refraction
• B) absorption
• C) change in speed
• D) reflection, refraction, absorption, and change in speed.
• E) seismic waves cannot penetrate below the crust of Earth

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