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QuizMultiple Choice

Natural Environmental Change

Question 16 • DRHS GA-GSE Environmental Science

What is a tsunami?

Answer
a
a warm season brought on by Earth tilting toward the Sun
a
an extended period of time with little to no snow or rainfall
a
a large wave usually caused by an undersea earthquake
a
a cool season brought on by Earth tilting away from the Sun

Explanation

A tsunami is a series of large ocean waves, most often caused by an undersea earthquake that suddenly displaces water. Choice C describes this; the other choices describe seasonal changes or drought.

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