An overflow of water that submerges land that is usually dry is called _____________.

Earthquake

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Flood

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Hurricane

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All of above

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Solution

The correct option is B Flood
Flood can be explained as an overflow of water that submerges a land that is usually dry. This is most commonly due to an overflowing river, a dam break, snowmelt, or heavy rainfall. Less commonly happening are tsunamis, storm surge, or coastal flooding.

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