alleryWhat is the main cause of a tsunami?
AStrong winds over a sea
BDisplacement of much water
CHeavy rainfall on land
DChanges in moonlight
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Displacement of much water
1. The principal mechanism is displacement of a substantial volume of water.
2. This is usually caused by earthquakes.
3. Landslides and volcanic eruptions can also do it.
_Source: Wikipedia, Tsunami, Causes_
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