S-waves disappear beyond which angular distance from an earthquake epicenter due to the liquid outer core? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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S-waves disappear beyond which angular distance from an earthquake epicenter due to the liquid outer core?

A. 103°

B. 142°

C. 90°

D. 120°

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Since S-waves cannot travel through liquids, they disappear beyond approximately 103° from the epicenter.

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