Understanding Earthquake Waves

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These flashcards cover the key concepts related to earthquake waves as discussed in the lecture.

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P Waves

Primary waves that are the first to be felt during an earthquake, moving through the Earth and causing a jolt.

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S Waves

Secondary waves that arrive after P waves and cause more severe shaking.

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Surface Waves

Waves that travel along the surface of the Earth, causing the most damage during an earthquake.

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Epicenter

The point on the Earth's surface directly above where an earthquake originates.

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Focus

The underground point where an earthquake originates, from which the waves propagate.