The high-frequency seismic waves are most energetic for short distances close to the epicenter,whereas low-frequency seismic waves carry significant amounts of energy for much greater distances away from the epicenter.

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This statement is true. High-frequency seismic waves, also known as primary waves or P-waves, are the fastest seismic waves and are most energetic near the epicenter of an earthquake. Low-frequency seismic waves, also known as surface waves or L-waves, carry significant amounts of energy but travel slower than P-waves, thus they can propagate for much greater distances away from the epicenter.

The High-Frequency Seismic Waves Are Most Energetic for Short Distances