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High waves from the sea or ocean caused by an under water earthquake is called:

A

Hurricane

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Cyclone

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C

Tsunami

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Volcano

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Solution

The correct option is C Tsunami
Tsunami waves are caused by disturbance under the sea or ocean bed.

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