A tsunami can lead to massive devastation on Earth, resulting in loss of life and property as well as the destruction of the natural habitats where it occurs. A tsunami is caused by

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A a tornado over the oceana tornado over the ocean

B drilling for oil off the coast drilling for oil off the coast

C an earthquake on the ocean floor an earthquake on the ocean floor

D a strong hurricane developing over the ocean

Answer 1

C. an earthquake on the ocean floor

Tsunamis are primarily caused by underwater earthquakes, though they can also result from volcanic eruptions, landslides, or other significant disturbances in or near water bodies.