GEOLOGY

EARTH SCIENCE

EARTHQUAKES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following can trigger a tsunami
A
undersea earthquakes
B
undersea landslides
C
the eruption of an oceanic volcano
D
all of these
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A tsunami is a series of enormous waves created by an underwater disturbance usually associated with earthquakes occurring below or near the ocean. Volcanic eruptions, submarine landslides, and coastal rock falls can also generate a tsunami, as can a large asteroid impacting the ocean.

Detailed explanation-2: -Tsunamis are ocean waves triggered by: Large earthquakes that occur near or under the ocean. Volcanic eruptions. Submarine landslides.

Detailed explanation-3: -The correct answer is option 4 i.e Earthquake. Tsunami is a series of waves generated by violent seafloor movements associated with underwater earthquakes, meteorite impact, Landslides on the seafloor, volcanic eruptions, etc.

Detailed explanation-4: -A tsunami is a series of waves caused by earthquakes or undersea volcanic eruptions.

Detailed explanation-5: -Earthquakes. It can be generated by movements along fault zones associated with plate boundaries. Landslides. A landslide that occurs along the coast can force large amounts of water into the sea, disturbing the water and generate a tsunami. Volcanic Eruption. Extraterrestrial Collision.

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