Types of waves 5.0 / 5 based on 1 rating ? PhysicsTypes of wavesGCSEAQA Created by: emewsCreated on: 12-11-17 14:49 What do longitudinal waves show? Longitudinal waves show areas of compression and rarefraction. 1 of 5 Describe the oscillations in longitudinal waves. In longitudinal waves, the oscillations are along the same direction as the direction of travel and energy transfer. 2 of 5 How can a scientist work out the location of an earthquake? A scientist can work out the location of an earthquake by calculating the time difference between the arrival of the P waves and S waves. 3 of 5 How are earthquakes detected? Earthquakes are detected using a seismometer - a piece of equipment that picks up the vibrations in the ground. 4 of 5 Describe the oscillations in transverse waves. In transverse waves, the oscillations are at right angles to the direction of travel and energy transfer. 5 of 5
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