This is the 16156th most frequent Russian word.
разрушительному
Destructive.
In this sentence, 'разрушительному' ('to destructive') is used as an adjective describing the 'effect', indicating the nature of the impact.
Химическое воздействие оказало разрушительному эффекту на старинные памятники.
The chemical impact had a destructive effect on ancient monuments.
Here, 'разрушительному' ('to destructive') describes the nature of the analysis, showing it was intended to deconstruct or critically examine.
Его идеи подвергались разрушительному анализу со стороны оппонентов.
His ideas were subjected to a destructive analysis by opponents.
In this context, 'разрушительному' ('to destructive') applies to the 'impact' of the waves, emphasizing its damaging nature.