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Tsunamis Worksheet

1. Why is the name tidal wave inappropriate for a tsunami?

 

2. How high can a tsunami grow to?

 

3. What are the three major causes of tsunamis?

 

4. Where do most tsunamis occur?

 

5. Where does a tsunami warning system now operate?

 

THE ALASKAN TSUNAMIS

6. Where was the source of the quake?

 

7. How far away is Valdez from the source of the earthquake?

 

8. How many lives were lost at Valdez?

 

9. Name five other places where tsunami waves struck?