Which statement correctly compares seismic P-waves with seismic S-waves?(1) P-waves travel slower than S-waves and pass through Earth's liquid zones. (2) P-waves travel slower than S-waves and do not pass through Earth's liquid zones. (3) P-waves travel faster than S- waves and pass through Earth's liquid zones. (4) P -waves travel faster than S- waves and do not pass through Earth's liquid zones.

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Which statement correctly compares seismic P-waves with seismic S-waves?(1) P-waves travel slower than S-waves and pass through Earth&#039;s liquid zones. (2) P-waves travel slower than S-waves and do not pass through Earth&#039;s liquid zones. (3) P-waves travel faster than S- waves and pass through Earth&#039;s liquid zones. (4) P -waves travel faster than S- waves and do not pass through Earth&#039;s liquid zones.

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The correct answer is (3) P-waves travel faster than S-waves and pass through Earth&#039;s liquid zones.P-waves or Primary waves travel faster than S-waves because they are the first waves to arrive at a certain location, hence the name &quot;primary.&quot; Moreover, P-waves behave like sound waves since they are able to pass through any medium, such as solid liquid, or gas.Result:(3) P-waves travel faster than S-waves and pass through Earth&#039;s liquid zones

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