What are Tsunamis?
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Objective
I can describe what a tsunami is and how it is formed.
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Warm-up video
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Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
Tsunamis are often more devastating than earthquakes because the waves can travel up to 16 kilometers on land.
- 2
Tsunamis are caused when an earthquake's seismic waves have a repercussion on the water.
- 3
Tsunamis usually have a wave train, where four or five waves may occur after the initial wave hits.
Part 3 of 4
Practice
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What is a tsunami?
What causes a tsunami to form?
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Exit ticket
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“What is a tsunami and how is it formed?”
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