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They take place usually in the Pacific Ocean with it source often as the Ring of Fire, a concentration of earthquake zones and volcanoes. The large and largely uninterrupted surface of the ocean allows for tsunamis to travel between South America and Alaska to Asia, notably China.
Because of the Japanese origin of the name (tsu means harbor and nami is wave), they may be also thought of as taking place in the Pacific and more specifically Asia. The force of the waves are concentrated in harbors.
Tsunami is replacing tidal wave, which is seen as a less accurate description in that they do not happen with regularly occurring tides.
What else can I help you with?
Can a tsunami take place in Goa?
Yes, tsunamis can occur in Goa, which is a coastal region. While they are not as common there as in other areas in the Pacific Ocean, Goa is still susceptible to tsunamis triggered by seismic activity in the Arabian Sea. It is important for residents and tourists in coastal areas like Goa to be prepared and informed about tsunami risks.
Where do the two major parts of photosynthesis take place in chloroplast?
In which two parts of a chloroplast does photosynthesis take place?
Why did the Japanese tsunami get so high?
The Tsunami (and most Tsunamis) are caused by earthquakes that take place deep under the seabed. The greater the severity of the earthquake, the larger, and more devastating, a Tsunami will be.
How many people have died in tsunamis in total?
10 give or take a few
How can a tsunami done?
Tsunamis occur when events like : earthquakes,volcanic erruptions and Tectonic Movement Take Place. Tsunamis Can Cause Massive Destruction to an area where they strike. They submerge land destroy buildings and vegetation Although They Are Destructive They Wash Away Soil From One Area To Another Making Soil Fertile.
Do tsunamis take place in the US?
no tsunamis have taken place in the US because it only has the ocean on the sides of the country, not the middle. :)
Does tsnamis occur in some places than other?
Tsunamis can occur in more places than others because of their location. Usually, areas which see many underwater earthquakes are more prone to have tsunamis. The west coast and Hawaii are two places where tsunamis can take place.
How tsunamis formed?
Tsunamis can be formed after certain underwater events take place. A tsunami can form after an underwater landslide, earthquake or volcanic eruption.
What parts of a plants does growth take place?
the roots
Where did the romanticism era take place?
In most parts of Europe and some parts of America
Where can you purchase cheap auto parts?
The cheapest place to purchase replacement auto parts would be from a junk yard. You get a better price since you usually have to pull the part yourself. If that is not the route you want to take there are several website where you can purchase discounted parts.
Where do tsunami's take place?
most tsunamis take place in the Pacific Ring of Fire but the can travel distances at a very fast speed so other places that are close to the ring of fire are at a risk as well
When do the Glastonbury festivals usually take place?
The Glastonbury festivals usually take place during the month of June. Glastonbury for the year 2014 is set to take place on June 25 and last through June 29.
Where does confirmation usually take place?
In church
Does fertilization usually take place in the ovaries?
no
Did 'The Vampire Diaries' take place in 1864?
the flash backs take place in 1864 and the other parts (noraml scences/chapters) take place in the present day.
How does the temperature change if you have an earthquake or tsunami?
The temperature changes because high winds take place and tsunamis are huge waves that come from the ocean which would be cold.
