Hi Yurom!
Seismic Waves occurs when earthquake is formed and spreads in all directions through the Earth's Interior which are recorded by the Seismic Stations.
Seismic Velocities depend on the factors of Material Properties such as composition, mineral phase, structure, temperature and pressure through which the Seismic Waves pass.
Below are the layers of the Earth's Interior:
Hope this is helpful!
All the best!
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