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What does Sahel mean in Arabic?
it means "shore"
Is it possible for South Korea hit by a tsunami?
Yes. Any country that has a shoreline against the sea can be hit by a tsunami
How high can a tsunami get?
51m is the highest
What are the benefits of a tsunami?
its good for beaches
What was the largest tsunami in us history?
The largest tsunami in the world and the US Happened in Liyuta bay, Alaska on July 9th, 1958.
What happens to tsunami's as they move toward shore?
Their wave size increases.
How does the speed of a tsunami wave change as it approaches the shore?
As a tsunami wave approaches the shore, its speed decreases due to the wave energy being compressed into a smaller space. This leads to an increase in wave height and impact force when the tsunami hits the coastline.
How fast can a tsunami be when it hits the coast?
it usually travels at around 45 mph when it arrives at the shore.
Why do tsunami loose power?
because it hits shore and loses power or has be going on for a long time.
When a tsunami hits the shore it can be very destructive because of its?
Wave height, ocean motion chapter in science text
Can a tsunami bring sharks on shore?
Yes. All manners of marine animals can be brought on shore by a tsunami. Note, though that a shark brought on shore by a tsunami would be stressed enough that it would not be interested in eating.
Can a tsunami cause the sea surface to go down?
Yes, before a tsunami hits the shore, it can cause the sea surface level to recede significantly. This is known as a drawback effect, where water is pulled away from the coast as the tsunami energy builds up. Once the tsunami makes landfall, the water is then quickly pushed back towards the shore with tremendous force.
What happens to a tsunami as it nears the shore?
As a tsunami nears the shore, its speed decreases and its height increases, causing it to build up into a towering wave. This process is called shoaling. Once the tsunami reaches shallow water near the shoreline, the wave slows down further, causing it to amplify in height and potential destructive force.
Will the water along a shoreline flow towards the sea just before a tsunami crashes on shore?
Yes, the water along a shoreline may recede just before a tsunami strikes, which is known as a "drawback". This phenomenon is due to the leading edge of the tsunami wave pulling water away from the shore as it approaches.
Is a tsunami highest when its in the middle of the ocean?
No. A tsunami is highest in the shallow water near shore.
Explain what happens at the shore when a tsunami hits?
When a tsunami hits the shore, it typically starts with a rapid and significant withdrawal of water, exposing the sea floor. This is followed by a series of powerful waves that can surge inland, often reaching heights of up to 100 feet or more. The force of these waves can cause severe flooding, destroy infrastructure, and pose a threat to life. Additionally, the waves can arrive minutes apart, with the first wave not always being the largest, making it crucial for people to evacuate immediately.
What happens to the ocean floor when it hits land?
dont know because never been in a tsunami
