Overview
Tsunami generation mechanisms are critical to understanding how these powerful waves form and impact coastal areas. The primary causes include underwater earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and landslides, each contributing to the displacement of water and the creation of tsunami waves. As these waves ...
Key Terms
Example: The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami was one of the deadliest in history.
Example: Seismic waves can trigger tsunamis when they occur underwater.
Example: The Pacific Plate is known for its seismic activity.
Example: The eruption of Krakatoa in 1883 generated massive tsunamis.
Example: Underwater landslides can be triggered by earthquakes.
Example: Tsunami wave propagation can be affected by ocean depth.
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intermediateKey Concepts
Earthquake-induced tsunamisVolcanic eruptionsLandslide tsunamisTsunami wave propagation