How are P waves and S waves alike?

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They travel in the same manner.

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They compress particles of solids.

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They twist and distort solid objects.

They travel through solids.

They travel through solids.

Explanation:

P waves are faster than S waves and are capable of travelling through any medium. S waves are also known as secondary waves. They move more slowly than P waves and also move perpendicularly to the direction of movement. S waves can travel through solids like P waves, but they cannot move through liquids. The fact that S waves are not present in the outer core of the Earth is a hint that this layer is probably liquid.