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On the way in, they look like a series of waves, but usually really, really big ones. Depending on where you are, it could look like a massive wave or a wall of water coming rapidly your way.
On the way out, they almost don't even look like water sometimes because of all the debris they have picked up.
See the related link below for pictures of one particular tsunami and the aftermath.
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What are giant tidal waves called?
i would say earthquakes but there are more reasons edit: Tidal waves are the byproduct of undersea plate tectonics. Subduction zones create large amounts of friction which then in turn create seismic waves which are transferred in to the surrounding sea water and take the form of fast moving waves in the open ocean. When the water becomes more shallow is when you see the classic images of a tsunami or tidal wave.
What are the three main vertical divisions of the ocean based on the depth and distance from the shore?
The Intertidal zone, Coastal Ocean, and the Open Ocean
What type of zone is found in the open ocean?
The open water zone reaches down to where sunlight can still penetrate. Organisms that live here include tadpoles, fish, and non deep-rooted plants. Phytoplankton is the most abundant organism here.
What name is given to the open ocean?
An ocean is just a vast expanse or quantity of water. As a result of this explanation it seems that there is no difference between an ocean and a sea.The word Ocean derives from the Latin 'oceanus' and the Greek 'okeanus' which was thought to be a great river or sea surrounding the disk of the Earth. Oceanus was the son of Uranus and Gaia. This comes from early times when only the large land masses of Europe and Africa were known and the Ocean was an endless river that flowed around them. In later times the name was 'ocean sea' and later still when exploration discovered even larger bodies of water did the term 'ocean sea' divide into 'sea' for smaller bodies of water and 'ocean' for the largest There are now five Oceans, Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Arctic and Antarctic
How do you know if a fireplace vent is open or closed?
just look
How many ships sunk on open ocean by tsunamis?
None in the open ocean because in the open ocean the tsunami waves are not very large. They only build as they hit shallow water.
What speed does a tsunami wave move through the open ocean?
23 mph
Does a whale like tsunami?
Most likely not. A whale in deep, open ocean water would probably not even notice a passing tsunami. In shallow water it would be a very stressful event.
How dangerous are tsunami in the open ocean and why?
Tsunamis in the open ocean are not dangerous at all; they aren't even noticeable. In deep ocean water a tsunamis is only a few feet to a few inches high and dozens of miles long. It is only when a tsunami reaches shallow water that it gains height.
Do tsunami waves occur in the middle of the ocean?
Tsunami waves can occur in the middle of the ocean as a result of undersea earthquakes or landslides. These waves may not be as noticeable in open ocean areas due to their long wavelengths, but they can build up in height and strength as they approach coastal areas.
Can a tsunami move faster than a cheetah?
In open ocean, yes. A cheetah can move at 60 to 70 mph. A tsunami in open ocean can move at 500 to 600 mph.
Why are tsunami waves in the open ocean limited in height?
Because width doesn't matter in a tsunami. The width is typically the length of the shore. It would be extremely difficult to classify a tsunami based upon height and width when the width is simply incomparable.
Are tsunamis typically noticed by ships out to sea?
No. In open ocean a tsunami is hundreds of miles long and no more than a few feet high.
Can people predict tsunami's?
To a limited degree yes. If an earthquake of 6.5 magnitude or greater occurs underwater a tsunami watch is issued. If buoys detect the tsunami as it travels though open ocean a tsunami warning is issued.
Can you detect a tsunami in open ocean?
Yes, tsunamis can be detected in the open ocean using buoys equipped with sensors that measure changes in water pressure. These buoys can transmit data to alert systems onshore, which can then issue warnings to coastal communities.
Can a large ship in the ocean feel a tsunami?
Yes, a large ship in the ocean will likely feel the effects of a tsunami passing underneath it, causing it to rise and fall with the passing wave. However, because of a ship's size and weight, it is less affected by tsunamis compared to smaller vessels. The crew might notice the ship rising and falling, but it is unlikely to cause significant damage to the ship itself.
What is life like in the open ocean?
boring
