1. 5 TSUNAMIS Flashcards
1
Q
3 tsunami characteristics:
A
-long wavelengths (150-1000km
-low amplitude (0.5-5m)
-fast speed (600 kph in deep water)
2
Q
what is a tsunami also known as?
A
a wave train
3
Q
how much % are they occurring in the pacific basin
A
90%
4
Q
impact depends on?
A
-duration
-wave amplitude
-water column displacement
-distance travelled
-physical geography of coast
