Surface waves are used to analyze the Earth's interior structure. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
ANS: F
Two types of body waves are used to determine the Earth's interior?primary and secondary waves.
Surface waves undulate along the surface so they are not useful in determining the Earth's interior
structures. Information can be found in the section The Study of Earthquakes Provides Evidence of
Layering.
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