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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.
Do earthquakes trigger tsunami's?
Tsunami's can be triggered by earthquakes that happen underneath the ocean floor.
Why does a tsunami follow a earthquakes?
earthquakes normally cause tsunamis to occur
What causes tsunami and earthquakes in Japan?
Earthquakes in Japan are caused by the movement of tectonic plates. A tsunami is a large ocean wave that is caused by sudden motion on the ocean floor which can be triggered by earthquakes.
What is a wave that form as a result of earthquakes called?
a tsunami
When does a tsunami happen most frequently?
well, tsunami's are caused by earthquakes and most earthquakes occur in the sea.
What is the cause of most tsunami's?
Undersea earthquakes or volcanic eruptions.
When tsunami came to japan?
Tsunami's always come to Japan because of Earthquakes there. Most recent tsunami on March 11, 2011
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.
What is the reasons earthquakes occurs?
Earthquakes happen because the plates of the earth move. If a plate moves and a country is near it it will cause an earthquake, but if it happens in the sea it can cause a tsunami.
Can an earthquake produce a tsunami?
Yes. In fact most tsunamis are caused by earthquakes.
Where in the world did the tsunami start?
A tsunami is not restricted to one region, the may occur anywhere. Most commonly in regions that are prone to earthquakes.
How tsunami takes place?
A tsunami happens after an abrupt movement of the ocean floor. The most common causes are from earthquakes and underwater landslides.
Do earthquakes trigger tsunami's?
Tsunami's can be triggered by earthquakes that happen underneath the ocean floor.
Why a tsunami occurs?
underwater earthquakes create tidal wave on surfacePoseidon is the god of earthquakes and the sea. Both of which are needed to cause a tsunami. It is obvious that Poseidon caused the Japan earthquake/tsunami. What was the reason? We can only guess. Perhaps he is protesting against the giant garbage float. We should repent immediately or suffer the consequences.
What are tsunami related to?
earthquakes
Has an earthquake ever caused a tsunami?
Earthquakes can cause tsunamis, along with landslides and volcanic activity in the sea. Practically any disturbance in the ocean can cause a tsunami, and most major tsunamis are caused by earthquakes.
