Question

question 5 (1 point)
the position on earths surface directly above the earthquake source is called the
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focus
epicenter
hypocenter
center point
question 6 (1 point) ✓ saved
p waves-
are faster than s waves and surface waves
produce the strongest ground shaking
have higher amplitudes than do s waves
propagate only in solids

Explanation:

For Question 5:

• The focus (hypocenter) is the point within the Earth where the earthquake rupture starts.
• The epicenter is the point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus.
• "Center point" is a non - technical term in this context.

For Question 6:

• P - waves (primary waves) are compressional waves.
• They travel faster than S - waves (secondary waves) and surface waves.
• Surface waves produce the strongest ground shaking.
• S - waves have higher amplitudes than P - waves in many cases.
• P - waves can propagate in solids, liquids, and gases.

Answer:

Question 5: B. epicenter
Question 6: A. are faster than S waves and surface waves