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a tsunami can be created in a few ways because there are plates under the earth which move around in a circle but it can be created if one of them goes over another one which will cause an earthquake which will then create a tsunami and another way i do not know
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 13y agoMost tsunami result from vertical displacement along a fault located on the ocean floor OR from a large underwater landslide triggered by an earthquake.
Source: Earth Science 12th Edition text book (Tarbuck, Lutgens, Tasa) pg. 233
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∙ 12y agoIt was created by an Earthquake. Sad, yes i know :(
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When was the last tsunami before Japan?
The last tsunami before Japan was in New Zealand.
What day was the tsunami in Japan 2011?
Friday, March 11, 2011 was when the tsunami hit Japan.
Why did the tsunami do so much damage to japan?
Because it was a big tsunami Yes it was a big tsunami, but it was originally the earthquake that done the damage. Because of the 8.9/9.0 earthquake, the tsunami was created and destroyed Japan.
Why did the tsunami start in Japan?
The tsunami started in Japan because tectonic plates in the ocean caused an earthquake by rubbing. That started the tsunami wave. -IQ
What time did the tsunami occur in japan March 11 2011?
The tsunami hit Japan at approximately at 3:00pm local time of japan
Which sea the reason of tsunami in japan?
The tsunami was created in the Pacific Ocean.
How was the Japan tsunami created?
An earthquake completely shattered part of Japan causing the tsunami. A tsunami starts when part of the foundations of the country/island move the sea and pushes the water forwards, causing it to overlap itself and create a tsunami.
Where did the Japan tsunami hit?
The tsunami hit Japan's northeastern islands.
When and where did the tsunami Japan?
Japan!
How frequently will Tsunami in Japan?
It's not likely for tsunami's to continue hitting Japan.
What are the effects on Earth after recent Tsunami in Japan?
the tsunami is japan is very tragict
Where was the tsunamie?
In Japan :)
When was the last tsunami before Japan?
The last tsunami before Japan was in New Zealand.
Is the tsunami in the Japan 2011 the deadliest in Japan?
The Japan tsunami of 2011 was one of the worst tsunamis in 140 years!
When tsunami came to japan?
Tsunami's always come to Japan because of Earthquakes there. Most recent tsunami on March 11, 2011
Where was there a tsunami?
japan
How big was the tsunami in Japan?
The tsunami in japan was 23-27 feet tall hope this helps
