Surface waves travel slower than body waves and are a major cause of shaking and damage to structures.

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Surface waves, including Love waves and Rayleigh waves, move more slowly than body waves, which are composed of P-waves and S-waves. Surface waves can cause strong shaking and damage to structures because they move along the Earth's surface and are therefore more likely to interact with buildings and other man-made structures.

Surface Waves Travel Slower Than Body Waves and Are a Major