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Which of the following undersea disturbances can cause Tsunamis?

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Volcanoes
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Earthquakes
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Landslides
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Cyclones
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Solution

The correct option is C Landslides
Tsunamis are huge waves caused due to undersea disturbances inside the earth. These disturbances include volcanoes, earthquakes, or landslides that occur inside the ocean. The waves thus formed, hurtle towards the land at speeds of upto 800kmph. These waves can reach heights of about 3-30m.

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