Question R11 Q10 - NSB MS 2010

Which of the following best explains why a tsunami produced by an underwater earthquake might be deadly?

W) The wave acquires a tremendous velocity if the depth of the earthquake is small

X) The height of a wave created by an earthquake increases the potential energy of the wave

Y) The wave possesses intense pressure when it reaches the shore

Z) The wave acquires tremendous energy when there is a shallow focus and high magnitude earthquake in deep water

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