Causes of Tsunamis
what causes most tsunami’s?
big underwater earthquakes.
what’s the biggest natural warning sign of a tsunami?
a long,strong earthquake.
what does a tsunami look like in deep water?
a small wave.
what should you do after a strong quake near the coast?
go to higher ground.
what do tsunamis bring on land?
tons of water and debris.
what has to suddenly move to push the water up?
the seafloor.
if the ocean suddenly pulls back,what does that mean?
a tsunami is coming.
how fast can tsunami’s move in deep water?
almost as fast as a plane.
should you stay and watch the wave?
no.
can tsunamis hit more than one place?
yes,they can cross whole oceans.
what ocean area has the most tsunami’s?
the pacific/ring of fire.
why might you see a fish on the sand before the wave?
the water pulled back really fast
why do tsunami’s get taller near land?
the shallow water pushes the wave up.
after the first wave leaves ,is it save to return?
no because more waves can come.
why can building get destroyed easily?
the water hits with huge force.
true or false storm waves are the same as tsunamis.
false
what should you think if the ground shakes hard near the ocean?
a tsunami could happen.
is the first tsunami wave always the biggest?
no.
why is recording the wave dangerou?
because you can not outrun a tsunami.
how far can tsunami water push inland?
very far.
when the sea floor jumps upward,what happens?
a huge wave that becomes a tsunami.
what sound are you here before tsunami hits?
a loud rumble
why are tsunami’s dangerous even if they look small at first?
because they carry huge force and speed.
what’s the safest place during a tsunami?
high ground or a tall,strong building.
what does the word tsunami mean?
harbor wave.