Tsunami Flashcards

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What is one of the signs that a tsunami is coming?

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Tide goes out very quickly and animals act strangely. Modern technology

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What causes a tsunami?

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Two plates move towards each other, the plate movement causes an earthquake under the sea. Sea above earthquake forced upwards. Sea movement causes tsunami. Tsunami waves spread quickly out wards and waves crash onto shore

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What were some effects of tsunami?

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Jobs lost, shelter lost, schools and hospitals, over coming fear, transport, disease and tourism

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