Wave behaviour

Easy

The diagram shows a cross-section of the Earth.

Cross-section of the Earth showing epicenter X and station Y

An earthquake occurs at epicenter $X\,$ on the Earth's surface.

Which type(s) of seismic waves originating from $X\,$ will be detected at the monitoring station $Y\,$ located directly opposite the epicenter?

P-waves: no; S-waves: yes

P-waves: yes; S-waves: no

P-waves: no; S-waves: no

P-waves: yes; S-waves: yes

Wave behaviour Questions