What type of wave causes the most damage to property during an earthquake?

a. Primary waves
b. Secondary waves
c. Surface waves
d. Body waves


ANS: C
Surface waves cause the most damage during earthquakes. These waves ripple in an undulating
movement along the surface of the Earth. Information can be found in the section The Study of
Earthquakes Provides Evidence of Layering

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