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    P, or Primary, Waves ____
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Question 52

Question 52

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P, or primary, waves ____.


A) are characterized by alternate compression and expansion of rock
B) are the slowest waves generated by an earthquake
C) pass through liquids only
D) move along Earth's surface only

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