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Aftershocks are the results of the Pressure Plates being unstable, and are still adjusting or moving.
The earthquake from September 4, 2010 in Christchurch will be having aftershocks for about 1 and a half more years.
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If their was a earthquake out into the ocean would there be a tsunami?
there is a possibility, it depends on how strong the quake is, tsunamis do not occur on a type 2-3 quakes, tsunamis occur during the shift of the tectonic plates under the ground. quakes with intensity of 2-3 often develop cyclones or whirlpools. but immediately evacuate the area if an earthquake is occurring.
Is earthquake a type of tsunami?
No, a tsunami MAY occur after an earthquake, if the epicenter of the quake was underwater. Tsunamis do not always follow an underwater earthquake, though. That adds to people's uncertainty after a quake, especially about whether they should flee to higher ground after a quake.
What happen if earthquake occurs in the sea?
It can cause tsunamis.
Are tsunamis and earthquake related?
Absolutely. Earthquakes can cause tsunamis, just like with Indonesia back in 2004.
How many tsunamis have made the US worst earthquake list?
A lot
Where do you find tsunamis the most?
Most of the tsunamis occur in the Pacific Ocean. They occur mostly in the oceans ring of fire location. Tsunamis occur after an earthquake.
How does a Tsunamis effect an earthquake?
They actually don't. Earthquakes can effect tsunamis by causing them when they occur in the sea.
When do tsunamis typically occur?
tsunamis usually occurs after an earthquake specially under sea earthquakes.
Where do Tsunamis happen around the world?
Tsunamis can happen anywhere there is deep water and an earthquake. The majority of tsunamis occur in the Pacific Rim.
When does tsunamis happen?
Tsunamis happen when an earthquake occurs on the ocean floor, causing the water to move vigorously.
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 are the natural disasters that an earthquake can make occur?
tsunamis and sometimes volcanic eruptions
In what climates do tsunamis happen?
Climate has nothing to do with the formation of a tsunami. Tsunamis occur in places where there are a lot of active submarine earthquake zones.
How is an earthquake related to a tsunami?
Tsunamis can be caused by earthquakes that occur on the ocean floor. Tsunamis are also referred to as Seismic Sea Waves
Why weren't there any tsunamis in the Christchurch earthquakes?
because the earthquake wasn't strong enough for a tsunami to occur :)
What is the effect of the earthquake?
They cause tsunamis
Do tsunami waves occur in the middle of the ocean?
No, tsunamis are usually caused by a disturbance of the seabed such as an earthquake or landslide.
