Asked by Quentin Washington on Apr 27, 2024
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Which of the following cannot cause a tsunami?
A) faulting
B) an underwater landslide
C) a volcanic eruption
D) a strike-slip fault on land
E) all of these can cause a tsunami
Strike-Slip Fault
A type of fault where rock masses slide horizontally past each other.
Underwater Landslide
A movement of rock, earth, or debris down a slope in an underwater environment, often triggered by earthquakes or other disturbances.
Tsunami
Ocean waves of exceptionally long lengths triggered by significant disturbances such as seismic activity, volcanic explosions, or submarine landslides.
- Become familiar with the reasons behind and the generation processes of tsunamis.
Verified Answer
AN
Andrew NorcrossApr 28, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
A strike-slip fault on land typically does not cause a tsunami because it involves horizontal movement of the Earth's crust rather than vertical displacement, which is necessary to displace a significant volume of water and generate a tsunami.
Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with the reasons behind and the generation processes of tsunamis.