How do p waves and s wave differ the same way that they transfer energy?

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2026-04-24 03:10

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P waves are primary waves that travel faster through solids, liquids, and gases by compressing and expanding material in the direction of propagation. S waves are secondary waves that travel slower and move material perpendicular to their direction of propagation, causing shearing. Both transfer energy through seismic waves but P waves compress material, while S waves cause shear stress.

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