Tsunami
Posted on 23. Apr, 2010 by thanate in Tsunami
A tsunami or tidal wave is a series of water waves caused by the displacement of a large volume of a body of water, such as an ocean or a large lake. Tsunamis are a frequent occurrence in Japan; approximately 195 events have been recorded. Due to the immense volumes of water and energy involved, tsunamis can devastate coastal regions. Casualties can be high because the waves move faster than humans can run.
Photo: André Pipa
Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and other underwater explosions, landslides and other mass movements, bolide impacts, and other disturbances above or below water all have the potential to generate a tsunami.
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Aug 30th, 2011
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