Which of the following is a kind of wave generated during an earthquake?
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Which of the following is a kind of wave generated during an earthquake?
- A.
N-Wave
- B.
O-Wave
- C.
P-Wave
- D.
Q-Wave
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Correct answer: C
During an earthquake, seismic energy is released in the form of waves. P-waves (Primary waves) are compressional body waves that travel through the Earth's interior and are typically the first to be detected.