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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is a large ocean wave that results from an underwater earthquake, landslide, or volcanic eruption?
A
Aftershock
B
Liquefaction
C
Seismic Gap
D
Tsunami
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A tsunami is an ocean wave triggered by large earthquakes that occur near or under the ocean, volcanic eruptions, submarine landslides, or by onshore landslides in which large volumes of debris fall into the water.

Detailed explanation-2: -Tsunamis are large, potentially deadly and destructive sea waves, most of which are formed as a result of submarine earthquakes. They can also result from the eruption or collapse of island or coastal volcanoes and from giant landslides on marine margins.

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