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24 kwi 2014 · Alex Gendler details the causes of these towering terrors and explains how scientists are seeking to reduce their destruction in the future. Lesson by Alex Gendler, animation by Augenblick Studios.
A tsunami (soo-NAH-mee) is one of the world’s most powerful and destructive natural forces. They can speed across the ocean as fast as a jet plane, swallow up islands and wipe out villages. But what causes tsuamis…?
Tsunamis begin in the middle of the ocean and gain tremendous size and power by the time they reach shore. Tsunamis can wipe out entire coastal villages or towns. Earthquakes , landslides, or volcanic eruptions can trigger waves in a nearby ocean.
9 lip 2014 · Alex Gendler’s TED-Ed Lesson “How tsunamis work” gives a thorough introduction to the towering terror of tsunamis, offering a comprehensive look at the history and science behind these swells. Here, we’ve broken down how these waves form in a series of animated GIFs.
For the practice worksheet, students will create a video that would help people prepare for a tsunami. They will first need to research ways to prepare for this type of disaster. Then they can create a video that is one to two minutes long that describes how to stay safe from a tsunami.
The immense swell of a tsunami can grow up to 100 feet, hitting speeds over 500 mph -- a treacherous combination for anyone or anything in its path. Alex Gendler details the causes of these towering terrors and explains how scientists are seeking to reduce their destruction in the future.
11 cze 2022 · It is caused by some sudden activity on the seabed, like earthquake, underwater volcanic eruption, or landslides, releasing the vast amount of energy in the water. This released energy travels up...
