Question

Tsunamis travel at a speed of _____________.

• A. more than or around 700 kilometres per hour
• B. around 500 kilometres per hour
• C. around 300 kilometres per hour
• D. around 100 kilometres per hour

Answer 1

The correct option is A more than or around 700 kilometres per hour

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. They travel at a speed of over 700 kilometers per hour.