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What is a large wave created by an earthquake on the ocean floor?
A tsunami is an ocean wave caused by an earthquake.It is not a tidal wave.
Is earthquake is also called tsunami?
No, an earthquake is a sudden shift in tectonic plates caused by built up pressure. This cause the Ground to shake. A Tsunami is a giant wave. Tsunamis can be caused by an earthquake happening under the ocean
How high were the Japanese tsunami 2011 waves?
In the year 2004, the Indian Ocean was hit with an undersea earthquake that resulted in a tsunami hitting Thailand and surrounding landmasses. Over 200,000 people were killed in more than a dozen different countries.
Can an earthquake happen when a tsunami occurs?
Undersea earthquakes can cause tsunamis, not the other way round. It is the sudden movement of the crust under the ocean which can trigger a tsunami.
How long did people rebuild for the Indian Ocean earthquake in 2004?
The rebuilding efforts following the Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami in December 2004 varied significantly by country and region. In some areas, recovery and reconstruction took several years, while in others, efforts extended over a decade or more due to the scale of the devastation and ongoing challenges such as funding and infrastructure development. By around 2014, many of the affected regions had made substantial progress, yet some communities still faced ongoing challenges in fully recovering.
What happened during the Indian Ocean earthquake?
A tsunami happened during the Indian Ocean tsunami in December 24 2004
How scientists determined the size of the December 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake?
The scientists determined the size of the earthquake by combining forces when the tsunami triggered them>
Is 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami the same?
Yes, the 9.0 magnitude earthquake caused the tsunami.
What is the most famous earthquake that has ever happened?
2004 Indian Ocean Earthquake and Tsunami
What made the 2004 tsanumi?
The 2004 tsunami was caused by a massive undersea earthquake with a magnitude of 9.1-9.3 off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia. This earthquake triggered a series of devastating tsunamis that affected multiple countries bordering the Indian Ocean.
What was the height of the India tsunami?
the Indian ocean earthquake of 2004 26th December measured 9.3 on the Richter scale. this earthquake was one of the most worst natural disasters in history. this was no ordinary tsunami but a mega-thrust tsunami.
What is the most dangerous tsunami that has happen?
it was in INDIAN OCEAN it was a 9.3 earthquake.
What disaster occurred on Boxing Day 2004?
Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami
What year was the Thailand tsunami that killed?
The Thailand tsunami occurred on December 26, 2004, caused by a massive undersea earthquake. It resulted in significant devastation and loss of life not only in Thailand but also in several other countries surrounding the Indian Ocean.
What year was the Indian ocean tsunami?
26 of December 2004
What world country experienced a tsunami in the year 2004?
The Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami (the Sumatra–Andaman earthquake as it is known by the scientific community) occurred on Sunday, December 26, 2004. This disaster impacted Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India and Thailand.
When did the boxing day tsunami happen?
Boxing day...The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake was an undersea megathrust earthquake that occurred at 00:58:53 UTC on December 26, 2004, with an epicentre off the west coast of Sumatra, Indonesia. The quake itself is known by the scientific community as the Sumatra-Andaman earthquake. The resulting tsunami itself is given various names, including the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, Asian Tsunami, Indonesian Tsunami, and Boxing Day Tsunami. (Wikipedia)For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (Wikipedia) indicated directly below this answer section.
