On a typical seismogram, ________ will show the highest amplitudes

A) surface waves B) P waves C) body waves D) S waves


A

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A. traverse B. map C. cross-section D. fold E. elevation model

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Explain why it is often windy at the beach. What forces are responsible, and how do beachfront conditions differ from conditions farther inland?

What will be an ideal response?

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A. soluble inorganic compounds B. carbon dioxide gas C. organic carbon compounds D. carbon dioxide solids E. None of these is correct.

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