Answer: P and S waves from an earthquake travel at

Chapter 5, Problem 44P

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Problem 44P

P and S waves from an earthquake travel at different speeds, and this difference helps in locating the earthquake “epicenter” (where the disturbance took place). (a) Assuming typical speeds of 8.5 km/s and 5.5 km/s for P and S waves, respectively, how far away did the earthquake occur if a particular seismic station detects the arrival of these two types of waves 2.0 min apart? (b) Is one seismic station sufficient to determine the position of the epicenter? Explain.

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