The diffraction of P waves, or primary waves, during an earthquake occurs primarily at the boundary between the Earth's solid inner core and its liquid outer core. As P waves encounter this boundary, their speed changes due to the differing densities and states of the materials, causing them to bend or refract. Additionally, P waves can also be affected by variations in the Earth's crust and mantle, leading to further diffraction. This behavior helps seismologists understand the Earth's internal structure.
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