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It does lose some energy to turbulence and also becomes more spread out. That is why a tsunamis is often much smaller when it strikes and area thousands of miles from its source.
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How dangerous are tsunami in the open ocean and why?
Tsunamis in the open ocean are not dangerous at all; they aren't even noticeable. In deep ocean water a tsunamis is only a few feet to a few inches high and dozens of miles long. It is only when a tsunami reaches shallow water that it gains height.
Can a large ship in the ocean feel a tsunami?
Not in the deep open ocean. Out there a tsunami will pass unnoticed under boats.
Can a tsunami move faster than a cheetah?
In open ocean, yes. A cheetah can move at 60 to 70 mph. A tsunami in open ocean can move at 500 to 600 mph.
How can a tsunami occur?
As a tsunami leaves the deep water of the open ocean and travels into the shallower water near the coast, it transforms. The tsunamis energy flux, which is dependent on both its wave speed and wave height, remains nearly constant. because of this shaoling effect, a tsunami, imperceptible at sea, may grow to be several meters or more in height near the coast. When it finally reaches the coast, a tsunami may appear as a rapidly rising or falling tide or a series of breaking waves.
Can people predict tsunami's?
To a limited degree yes. If an earthquake of 6.5 magnitude or greater occurs underwater a tsunami watch is issued. If buoys detect the tsunami as it travels though open ocean a tsunami warning is issued.
Does a whale like tsunami?
Most likely not. A whale in deep, open ocean water would probably not even notice a passing tsunami. In shallow water it would be a very stressful event.
Can a tsunami cause an oil spill?
maybe because if you think hard water can open many things
How dangerous are tsunami in the open ocean and why?
Tsunamis in the open ocean are not dangerous at all; they aren't even noticeable. In deep ocean water a tsunamis is only a few feet to a few inches high and dozens of miles long. It is only when a tsunami reaches shallow water that it gains height.
How many ships sunk on open ocean by tsunamis?
None in the open ocean because in the open ocean the tsunami waves are not very large. They only build as they hit shallow water.
Can a large ship in the ocean feel a tsunami?
Not in the deep open ocean. Out there a tsunami will pass unnoticed under boats.
Can a tsunami move faster than a cheetah?
In open ocean, yes. A cheetah can move at 60 to 70 mph. A tsunami in open ocean can move at 500 to 600 mph.
Why is water colder in the winter?
Water in open ponds and lakes will lose heat to the colder air above it. Water in pipes exposed to the air, or beneath frozen ground, will also lose heat. In cold weather, water from a hot water heater must first warm all of the pipes it travels through before it reaches the open faucet.
How can a tsunami occur?
As a tsunami leaves the deep water of the open ocean and travels into the shallower water near the coast, it transforms. The tsunamis energy flux, which is dependent on both its wave speed and wave height, remains nearly constant. because of this shaoling effect, a tsunami, imperceptible at sea, may grow to be several meters or more in height near the coast. When it finally reaches the coast, a tsunami may appear as a rapidly rising or falling tide or a series of breaking waves.
Can people predict tsunami's?
To a limited degree yes. If an earthquake of 6.5 magnitude or greater occurs underwater a tsunami watch is issued. If buoys detect the tsunami as it travels though open ocean a tsunami warning is issued.
Is it safe to stay in a boat during a tsunami?
In very deep, open water, tsunamis are often undetected by ships that they pass beneath. That's the safe way to be in a boat during a tsunami. Near shore, where the water becomes much shallower, boats can be bad places to be, as the wave-front rears above the surface. If you had adequate warning that a tsunami was approaching, one way to stay safe would be to get in your (fast) boat and get out to deep water. Otherwise, run inland as fast as you can.
What speed does a tsunami wave move through the open ocean?
23 mph
Can a person dive under a tsunami wave?
To really surf a wave it needs to crest. Tsunami's to not crest until close to shore. So, yes, it is possible to surf a tsunami but you won't be able to ride it for hours and hours, which is what I thing you are looking for.
