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Which seismic wave is characterized by a purely horizontal, side-to-side motion perpendicular to the direction of travel?

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Love waves (L-waves) are surface waves that move the ground in a horizontal, shearing motion. They do not have a vertical component. This side-to-side shaking is particularly destructive to buildings because most structures are designed to handle vertical gravity loads but are highly vulnerable to horizontal shear forces. ANSWER: (B) Love waves

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