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If P wave velocity is high and S waves are also clear what type of medium is more likely?

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Correct answer: Rigid solid medium

S waves travel only through solids and do not propagate through liquids or gases. Moreover, P waves generally travel faster in rigid, highly elastic solids. Therefore, a region showing clear S waves along with high P-wave velocity is most likely a rigid solid medium. A liquid can transmit P waves, but it cannot transmit S waves. Exam tip: the presence of S waves is the key indicator of a solid state.

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Seismic WavesP WavesS WavesEarth InteriorSolid MediumSeismologyInterior Structure Of The EarthInterior Of The Earth

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