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Q. Consider t...

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Q. Consider the following statements about P-waves?
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

A

2 only

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B

1 and 3 only

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C

3 only

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1 only

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Solution

The correct option is B 1 and 3 only
Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect. In P waves, the particles move along in the direction of the wave.

Statement 2 is correct. P waves can travel through solid, liquid, and gas.

Statement 3 is incorrect. Surface waves are primarily responsible for causing destruction on the surface.

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