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S wave [′es ‚wāv] (geophysics) A seismic body wave propagated in the crust or mantle of the earth by a shearing motion of material; speed is 1.9-2.5 miles (3-4 kilometers) per second in the crust and 2.7-2.9 miles (4.4-4.6 kilometers) in the mantle. Also known as distortional wave; equivoluminal wave; rotational wave; secondary wave; shake wave; shear wave; tangential wave; transverse wave. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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