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6.1.1a Rotation of the Earth, the seasons and the Moon

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Question 37

Seismic waves generated during an earthquake include P-waves and S-waves. These waves travel through different layers of the Earth.

Which statement about these seismic waves is correct?

A

S-waves are longitudinal and can travel through both solids and liquids.

B

P-waves are longitudinal and can travel through both solids and liquids.

C

S-waves are transverse and can travel through both solids and liquids.

D

P-waves are transverse and can only travel through solids.

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6.1.1a Rotation of the Earth, the seasons and the Moon Questions

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40 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 6.1.1a Rotation of the Earth, the seasons and the Moon. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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