why do surface waves travel in solid only?
a. solids have enough shear strength
b. solids have mineral properties
c. solids have particles closely packed together
d. solids have rigid structure and resistant to the force applied
a. solids have enough shear strength
b. solids have mineral properties
c. solids have particles closely packed together
d. solids have rigid structure and resistant to the force applied
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Answer:
a. solids have enough shear strength
Explanation:
They can propagate through solid rocks because these rocks have enough shear strength. The shear strength is one of the forces that hold the rock together, preventing it from falling into pieces. Liquids lack shear strength.