Multiple Choice
You are studying the seismic data from Mars when you notice that there are no S-waves recorded from 130° through 180° on the opposite side of the planet.What does this information tell you about the interior of Mars?
A) There is a layer of solid material in the interior of Mars.
B) There is a layer of liquid material in the interior of Mars.
C) There is a layer with a higher-velocity material than the crust below.
D) There is a layer with a lower-velocity material than the crust below.
Correct Answer:
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