GENERAL GEOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -In the process of breaking, vibrations called “seismic waves” are generated. These waves travel outward from the source of the earthquake along the surface and through the Earth at varying speeds depending on the material through which they move.

Detailed explanation-2: -Seismic waves are mechanical vibrations that occur inside the Earth. They are caused when rock breaks or is deformed. When this happens, waves of energy are released and if strong enough, cause the surface of the Earth to tremble noticibly. Many Earth tremors are of such low magnitude they are not noticed by us.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are different kinds of earthquake waves: body waves and surface waves. Body waves pass through the interior of the Earth whereas surface waves travel along the Earth’s surface.

Detailed explanation-4: -What are Seismic Waves? Seismic waves are caused by the sudden movement of materials within the Earth, such as slip along a fault during an earthquake. Volcanic eruptions, explosions, landslides, avalanches, and even rushing rivers can also cause seismic waves.

Detailed explanation-5: -Body Waves-Primary (P) & Secondary (S) Waves. Surface Waves-Rayleigh & Love Waves.