What are the two types of body waves?

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The question is asking about the different types of body waves in the context of seismology or physics. Body waves refer to seismic waves that travel through the interior of the Earth. The typical response would detail the types of body waves, primarily P-waves (Primary waves) and S-waves (Secondary waves), and their characteristics.

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Primary waves (P-waves) and Secondary waves (S-waves)

The final answer is Primary waves (P-waves) and Secondary waves (S-waves)

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The final answer is Primary waves (P-waves) and Secondary waves (S-waves)

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Primary waves are also known as pressure waves, and they are the fastest seismic waves that can travel through both solid and liquid materials. Secondary waves, or shear waves, are slower and can only move through solid materials.

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