alleryWhy do scientists discourage the term tidal wave for a tsunami?
AIt implies tides cause them
BIt is a long phrase to say
CIt is not a Japanese word
DIt names only small waves
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. It implies tides cause them
1. A tsunami may resemble a rapidly rising tide.
2. The term tidal wave gives a false impression of a causal link with tides.
3. Tsunamis are really caused by displaced water, mostly from earthquakes.
_Source: Wikipedia, Tsunami (lead section)_
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