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mpobi80

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which seismic waves are released first during an earthquake?
 
  A) P waves
  B) S waves
  C) L waves
  D) R waves

Question 2

When going from a 5 to a 6 on the Richter Scale, what is the increase in amplitude of seismic waves?
 
  A) 1 time
  B) 2 times
  C) 10 times
  D) 32 times


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kxciann

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


mpobi80

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

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