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What are the main causes of tsunamis?
Tsunamis occur after an earthquake. Earthquakes that occur in the middle of the ocean can force a tsunami to make landfall.
What causes a major earthquake to occur where plates meet?
The friction between the plates. When the friction is resolved, an earthquake occurs.
How did the napier earthquake occur?
usually an earthquake occurs because underneath the earths crust are tectonic plates and when they move occasionlly one will get caught but the outside is still moving and that causes an earthquake
Why do eartquakes usually occur at plate boundaries?
Becaus ePlate tectoins move or push together and causes an earthquake.
Can an earthquake occur in the ocean?
Yes. An earthquake may occur in the ocean.
What can occur hours or days after an earthquake?
Aftershocks can occur hours or days after an earthquake.
Is it possible to have an event that causes more than one hazardous process to occur?
It is possible to have an event that causes more than one hazardous process to occur. An example is the landslide in Myanmar. Because of the heavy rains, a flood and landslide can both occur. Another example can be seen in the game Sim City. If there is an earthquake in the town, the earthquake can cause fires by the power lines.
When would a tsunamic occur?
A tsunami is an ocean wave that is caused by an earthquake. It would occur after an earthquake.
Small foreshocks that precede a major earthquake can occur .?
Small foreshocks that precede a major earthquake can occur
When did the earthquake occur exactly in Japan?
on 11th march 2011 at 9.am earthquake occur exactly in japan
How long after an earthquake does nausea occur?
There is no requirement for nausea to occur due to an earthquake or any other natural phenomenon.
Why do geologists care if an earthquake happens?
Because of the damage it causes and loss of life. They want to find a solution or some way of worning when it is going to occur
