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A series of enormous ocean waves which damages life and property in coastal areas is called ______________.

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a tsunami
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a volcano
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an earthquake
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a disaster
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Solution

The correct option is A a tsunami
A tsunami is series of enormous and fast moving waves in the ocean caused by powerful earthquakes or volcanic eruptions. Tsunamis can be 10-100 metres in height.

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