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How long did the Indian Ocean earthquake last for?
the indian ocean earthquake/tsunami lasted around about 5-10 minutes in that time the whole town was brought down:(
How long did the Christmas tsunami last?
the Asian tsunami lasted 10 minutes
How long did the tsunami last in 2011in japan?
about two months i think
Why wouldn't it be easy to see a tsunami in the middle of the ocean?
In the middle of the ocean a tsunami is a few inches to a few feet high and many miles long and takes minutes to pass. Such a gradual change would not be noticeable.
How long did the japan 2011 tsunami last for?
Go Find it out yourself. Jeez
Does a tsunami effect ocean currents?
No. The ocean currents are the product of long term general wind currents and differences in temperature and salinity. By comparison, a tsunami is a momentary disturbance. Additionally, a tsunami is a wave, not a current; the water moves up and down, back and forth, but experiences little or no net displacement.
How long does it take for a tsunami to settle down?
The initial wave of a tsunami can last for several minutes to hours, depending on the size of the event and the area it affects. However, it can take several hours for the tsunami waves to completely settle down and for the ocean to return to normal conditions.
How long is the Indian Ocean in square miles?
73556000 km
A succession of ocean waves set in motion by a submarine earthquake is called?
A succession of ocean waves set in motion by a submarine earthquake is called a tsunami. Tsunamis can travel long distances across the ocean and can cause widespread destruction and flooding when they reach land.
Why is the Indian Ocean named for India?
im guessing they probably knew that Indians were the first to discover that ocean when the Indians traveling so they named it the (INDIAN) ocean
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.
Why did it take so long to get help in the 2004 tsunami?
it took so long because there were no tsunami centers in the region and it was too late after all even if they did. Also when they got the warning in the pacific ocean they only warned the countries that border it
