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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…? Join National Geographic Kids and dive into our tsunami facts to find out! Tsunami facts What causes a tsunami?
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. These waves may travel for thousands of miles.
To recap, the lesson provides a diagram to explain how a tsunami forms. Rapid movement of the ocean floor displaces a column of water. A series of waves travel outward and fairly low heights of around three feet.
In this video, A.I. explains how tsunamis form, detailing the causes and effects of these powerful waves.
How do tsunamis form? Here’s how one of Earth’s most destructive forces come to be, in five steps. Luis Villazon. 1. Activation. A tsunami begins far offshore, with an earthquake, volcanic eruption or landslide. The sudden movement on the seabed displaces the water above it.
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...
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.
