Both Love and Rayleigh waves are referred to as L waves (long waves)because they take longer periods of time to complete one cycle of motion and are slower moving relative to P- and S-waves.

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Both statements about Love and Rayleigh waves being L waves and taking longer periods of time to complete one cycle of motion and being slower moving relative to P- and S-waves are true.

Both Love and Rayleigh Waves Are Referred to as L