Huge tidal waves caused by eathquakes, landslides, and volcanic eruption are called ____________.

high tides

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low tides

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big tides

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tsunamis

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Solution

The correct option is D tsunamis
An earthquake, volcano or underwater landslide can cause huge displacement of ocean water. This results in huge tidal waves called a tsunami. Tsunami is the Japanese word for harbour wave.

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