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Tsunami

earth science Maturity 7-9

Big waves can move across the sea.

2004-tsunami.jpg
2004-tsunami.jpg
An earthquake can push the water. This makes a giant wave. The water can rush onto the land. It can be very strong.
Tsunami 2004 aftermath. Aceh, Indonesia, 2005. Photo- AusAID (10730863873).jpg
Tsunami 2004 aftermath. Aceh, Indonesia, 2005. Photo- AusAID (10730863873).jpg
Have you ever seen a big wave?

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2004-tsunami.jpg
File:Tsunami 2004 aftermath. Aceh, Indonesia, 2005. Photo- AusAID (10730863873).jpg
Tsunami 2004 aftermath. Aceh, Indonesia,...
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1755 Lisbon earthquake.jpg
File:Propagation du tsunami en profondeur variable.gif
Propagation du tsunami en profondeur variable.gif
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Tsunami2.JPG
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Shallow water wave.gif
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Tsunami run-up, height, and inundation.png
File:Calculated Travel Time Map for 1964 Alaska Tsunami.jpg
Calculated Travel Time Map for 1964...
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Dart tsunamicover.jpg
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