They are commonly called tidal waves. Tsunami is a Japanese word meaning Harbour Wave. The word tsunami can be used in other ways, to mean a major event or something large happening very suddenly.
No. Tsunamis are not related to cyclones in any way. However a typhoon is a type of cyclone.
They are called seismologists because they not only study tsunamis but they also study and track the earthquakes that cause the tsunamis. Hope this helped! :)
Tsunamis that are triggered by volcanic eruptions
Tsunamis cannot be prevented.
Many books can be found in your local library regarding tsunamis, including information on what they are, how they are created and what damage can be caused. There are also websites that have extensive information on tsunamis and other natural occurrences, such as the National Geographic website.
Mo, they are known as earthquakes but the earthquakes cause the tsunamis.
Neptune- also poseidon- is the god of the oceans and seas so it does include tsunamis. He also created horses
No. Tsunamis are not related to cyclones in any way. However a typhoon is a type of cyclone.
They are called seismologists because they not only study tsunamis but they also study and track the earthquakes that cause the tsunamis. Hope this helped! :)
80% of tsunamis happen in the pacific ocean. they are common in hawaii. also in japan, new zealand, even Asia
Tsunamis can be caused by earthquakes that occur on the ocean floor. Tsunamis are also referred to as Seismic Sea Waves
well first of all, people are going to get hit by tsunamis but also buildings are likely to get detroyed too depending on how high and how strong was it. a tsunamis occur when the ocean gets desturbed( example:earthquake-anything that shakes the land ). tsunamis are no laughing matter.
Tsunamis have been known throughout history. However you don't find them they find you.
Earthquake, which can also lead to tsunamis.
Tsunamis can be highly destructive and can also do next to nothing
Tsunamis that are triggered by volcanic eruptions
Tsunamis cannot be prevented.