Asked by Colin Hilgendorf on May 16, 2024
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Sudden movement on a fault can cause a tsunami when:
A) a hurricane or cyclone is occurring
B) the fault suddenly uplifts or downdrops the seafloor
C) hot water trapped below the seafloor is released
D) a fault on land has a large displacement
E) none of these
Sudden Movement
An abrupt shift, typically referring to geological events like earthquakes.
Fault
A fracture or zone of fractures in rock along which there has been displacement of the sides relative to one another parallel to the fracture.
Tsunami
A series of ocean waves with extremely long wavelengths and periods, typically caused by underwater earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides.
- Comprehend the origins and processes responsible for tsunami formation.
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charisma saulsberryMay 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Tsunamis are primarily caused by underwater earthquakes that result in the sudden uplift or downdrop of the seafloor. This displacement of water generates waves that can travel across ocean basins.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the origins and processes responsible for tsunami formation.