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    Consider the following statements :

    1. In a seismograph, P waves are recorded carlier than S waves.

    2. In P waves, the individual particles vibrate to and fro in the direction  of wave propagation whereas in S  waves, the particles vibrate up and down at right angles to the direction of wave propagation.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    This questions was previously asked in
    UPSC CSP Previous Year Paper (2023)

    1 only

    Incorrect Answer

    2 only

    Incorrect Answer

    Both 1 and 2

    Correct Answer

    Neither 1 nor 2

    Incorrect Answer
    Explanation:

    Both statements are correct regarding seismic waves :

    • P-waves (Primary waves): These are the first waves to be detected by a seismograph during an earthquake. They travel the fastest and can move through solids, liquids, and gases. This is why they are recorded earlier than S waves on a seismograph.
    • S-waves (Secondary waves): These waves come after P-waves and move slower than P-waves. They can only travel through solids. The movement of particles in S-waves is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation, giving them a shearing, side-to-side motion. On the other hand, the particles in P-waves move back and forth in the direction of wave propagation.
    • Hence, the correct answer is "Both 1 and 2".

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