Question

which one of the following earthquake waves is more destructive?

Answer 1

Earthquake waves are of two types:
(i) Primary Waves (P - Waves)
(ii) Secondary Waves (S - Waves)

Usually, the P-Waves are fast but have low energy. They are generally the first earthquake waves to reach land.

However, The S-Waves are large, and have tremendous energy. So, The S - Waves are the most destructive.

Answer 2

Answer:

Earthquake waves are of two types :

(i) Primary waves ( P - waves) (ii) Secondary waves ( S - waves) Usually, the P- Waves are fast but have low energy. They are generally the first earthquake waves to reach land. However,The S-Waves are large,and have tremendous energy. So, The S -Waves are the most destructive.