Which describes the waves formed by tsunamis?(1 point)

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They cause large waves in the open ocean, but small ones near the shore.
They cause large waves in the open ocean, but small ones near the shore.

They cause large waves both in the open ocean and near the shore.
They cause large waves both in the open ocean and near the shore.

They cause small waves in the open ocean, but large ones near the shore.
They cause small waves in the open ocean, but large ones near the shore.

They cause small waves both in the open ocean and near the shore.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

They cause small waves in the open ocean, but large ones near the shore.

Tsunamis typically have long wavelengths, which allows them to travel at high speeds across the ocean without creating large waves. However, as they approach shallow coastal waters, their energy is compressed, leading to the formation of large waves.