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What is the term for an water wave created by an earthquake?
its called a tsunami
What is it called when an underwater earthquakes can cause huge ocean waves?
It is called a tsunami. Tsunamis are generated by underwater earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides that displace large volumes of water, creating massive waves that can travel across oceans at high speeds.
What is tsunami called in Hindi?
Tsunami is called "सुनामी" in Hindi.
Why is a tsunami called tsunami?
"Tsunami" means Japanese harbor wave. That's why they call it tsunami.
If tsunami is for an ocean wave what would the wave be called for Lake Baikal?
Its still called a tsunami. There was a big Tsunami there in 1861/62
Is a tsunami possible in the mediterranean sea?
Yes. In about 1450 BC the volcanic island of Santorini (Thera) exploded, creating a large tsunami.
What is a gigantic ocean wave called?
it is called a tsunami
Other names a tsunami is known by?
A tsunami is also sometimes called a tidal wave.
What is the deadliest wave during an earthquake called?
it is called a tsunami
What is tsunami's top of wave is called?
The top of a tsunami wave is called the crest. It represents the highest point of the wave as it approaches the coastline.
What is man's role in creating tsunami effects?
None.The Earth moves or a meteorite, earthquake, or other underwater occurrence can make a Tsunami form. But,Oil drilling in the ocean Could cause a small earthquake, but not enough to trigger a tsunami.
Is a tsunami a large wave?
Tsunamis don't have names <----- by someone i don't know ok well right now i am someone else improving this question :) the earthquake was called 'the great east japan earthquake' so i guess its called 'the great east japan tsunami. <----- by ME
