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Tsunamis are primarily caused by undersea earthquakes, which occur when tectonic plates shift and release energy into the ocean. This energy transfer causes the sea floor to move, displacing water and generating waves that can travel vast distances. Other causes of tsunamis include volcanic eruptions, landslides, or even meteor impacts. The study of these causes is a fundamental aspect of tsunamigraphy. | Tsunamis are primarily caused by undersea earthquakes, which occur when tectonic plates shift and release energy into the ocean. This energy transfer causes the sea floor to move, displacing water and generating waves that can travel vast distances. Other causes of tsunamis include volcanic eruptions, landslides, or even meteor impacts. The study of these causes is a fundamental aspect of tsunamigraphy. | ||
[[Image:Detail-145709.jpg|thumb|center|Undersea earthquake causing a tsunami]] | |||
== Tsunami Propagation == | == Tsunami Propagation == | ||