Tsunami is the Japanese word for _________________.
A
big wave
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B
harbour wave
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C
powerful wave
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D
destructive wave
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Solution
The correct option is B harbour wave An earthquake, volcano or underwater landslide can cause huge displacement of ocean water. This results in huge tidal waves called a tsunami. It is the Japanese word for harbour wave.