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An earthquake that causes a landslide under the ocean floor can trigger a?
tsunami
What can an earthquake that causes a landslide under the ocean floor trigger?
It can trigger a tsunami.
Tsunami?
When an earthquake occurs where a slab of the ocean floor is displaced vertically along a fault.
Why did the earthquake and tsunami hit Japan 2011?
The earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan in 2011 were caused by a rupture in the Pacific Plate, which created a massive undersea earthquake. This earthquake then triggered a powerful tsunami that struck the eastern coast of Japan, causing widespread devastation and loss of life.
Is a tsunami a giant wave?
Yes, a tsunami is a series of huge ocean waves caused by a sudden and powerful disturbance underwater, such as an earthquake, volcanic eruption, or landslide. They are not ordinary ocean waves but rather long wavelengths with great energy that can cause significant and destructive impacts when they reach shore.
What is tsuname?
A giant wave usually caused by an earthquake beneath the ocean floor
What caused the tsunami to happen?
An earthquake beneath the Ocean floor.
What is a large wave caused by earthquake on the ocean floor?
tsuami
Is a tsunami an earthquake?
No. A tsunami is a giant ocean wave. A tsunami can be caused by an earthquake, but they are completely different things.
What is a giant ocean wave caused by an earthquake or a severe storm?
A Tsunami, or tidal wave, or seismic sea wave may be caused by an earthquake. It is incorrect to refer to giant ocean waves caused by severe storms as tsunamis. Severe storms may cause giant ocean waves referred to as "Rogue Waves" - which are distinct from and NOT the same as Tsunamis.
What is a giant ocean wave caused by an earthquake or a severe storm called?
A Tsunami, or tidal wave, or seismic sea wave may be caused by an earthquake. It is incorrect to refer to giant ocean waves caused by severe storms as tsunamis. Severe storms may cause giant ocean waves referred to as "Rogue Waves" - which are distinct from and NOT the same as Tsunamis.
What is a large wave created by an earthquake on the ocean floor?
A tsunami is an ocean wave caused by an earthquake.It is not a tidal wave.
Is earthquake is also called tsunami?
No, an earthquake is a sudden shift in tectonic plates caused by built up pressure. This cause the Ground to shake. A Tsunami is a giant wave. Tsunamis can be caused by an earthquake happening under the ocean
Which term refers to powerful ocean waves caused by an earthquake landslide or volcanic erupton on the sea floor?
Tsunami
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
A tsunami is caused by?
Earthquake in the ocean.
Can an earthquake on the ocean floor produce a tornado?
No, an earthquake on the ocean floor can cause a tsunami (a series of large waves). Earthquakes do not influence weather events such as tornadoes.
