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Which processes can cause tsunamis? Select all that apply.Group of answer choicessubmarine mass movementsstormssubmarine earthquakesmeteor impactstidessubmarine volcanoes

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Which processes can cause tsunamis? Select all that apply.Group of answer choicessubmarine mass movementsstormssubmarine earthquakesmeteor impactstidessubmarine volcanoes

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The processes that can cause tsunamis include:

  1. Submarine mass movements: These are underwater landslides that can displace a large volume of water, leading to a tsunami.

  2. Submarine earthquakes: These are the most common cause of tsunamis. When tectonic plates shift under the ocean floor, it can displace water and create a tsunami.

  3. Meteor impacts: If a large meteor hits the ocean, it can cause a massive displacement of water, leading to a tsunami.

  4. Submarine volcanoes: Underwater volcanic eruptions can also displace water and cause a tsunami.

Storms and tides do not typically cause tsunamis. Storms can cause storm surges, which are often mistaken for tsunamis, but they are different phenomena. Tides, on the other hand, are caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun and do not cause tsunamis.

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