The Science Behind Mega Tsunamis
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The Science Behind Mega Tsunamis
"Earth--it's a disaster zone! For thousands of years, Earth has been awash with mega tsunamis that surge across its surface, destroying everything in their paths. But what causes these awesome forces of nature and where in the world are they most likely to occur? Discover the science behind mega tsunamis, the world's worst-ever tsunami disasters, and the technology that scientists are using to help prevent devastating tsunamis of the future."--
Tsunamis
Author: Nancy Harris
language: en
Publisher: Greenhaven Press, Incorporated
Release Date: 2003
Tsunamis or seismic sea waves are the largest and most powerful waves in the world. These monstrous waves, which can travel back and forth across oceans, reach speeds of 300 to 600 miles per hour. Although tsunamis can go unnoticed in the open sea, their heights can reach 100 to 200 feet in shallow water where they continue to travel inland with tremendous destructive force. Tsunamis are triggered by earthquakes, submarine volcanoes, landslides, or more rarely, by meteorite impacts.
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