Question
Tsunamis are large, powerful sea waves caused primarily by sudden disturbances under or near the ocean. Which of the following disturbances could cause a tsunami? (Choose ALL that apply.)(3 points)
Responses
Earthquake
Earthquake
Landslide
Landslide
Wind
Wind
Volcanic eruption
Responses
Earthquake
Earthquake
Landslide
Landslide
Wind
Wind
Volcanic eruption
Answers
GPT-5 mini
Correct choices: Earthquake; Landslide; Volcanic eruption.
Explanation: tsunamis are produced by sudden large displacements of the sea floor or water column (e.g., undersea earthquakes, submarine or coastal landslides, explosive volcanic eruptions or caldera collapse). Wind generates normal surface waves and storm surge, not tsunamis.
Explanation: tsunamis are produced by sudden large displacements of the sea floor or water column (e.g., undersea earthquakes, submarine or coastal landslides, explosive volcanic eruptions or caldera collapse). Wind generates normal surface waves and storm surge, not tsunamis.