Question

Which of the following statements about S waves is true?

Answer 1

A. S waves are also called secondary waves

Answer 2

Sudden disturbances of the earth release waves of energy called seismic waves. There are several different types of seismic waves, such as the P, and the S waves. The following statement about S waves is true:  S waves are also called secondary waves. Correct answer: A S waves are transverse waves, which means they vibrate up and down, perpendicular to the motion of the wave as they travel.