P-waves can travel through ________________.
A)gases
B)liquids
C)solids
D)a vacuum
E)gases,liquids,and solids

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P-waves are a type of seismic wave that can travel through all three states of matter, which are gases, liquids, and solids. This is because they are longitudinal waves, meaning they compress and expand the material they are traveling through, rather than requiring a medium to move through like transverse waves do. Therefore, the best answer is E, which includes all three options.

P-Waves Can Travel Through ________________