What Causes a Tsunami to Form?

A tsunami is like a big wave caused by something shaking the ocean floor. Imagine you're in a pool, and someone jumps in, water splashes everywhere. If the ocean floor moves suddenly, it can send huge waves toward the shore.

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Examples

  1. A big earthquake under the ocean shakes up water like a giant splash.
  2. A volcano erupts underwater and sends waves toward the shore.
  3. An underwater landslide moves quickly, causing water to rise and fall suddenly.

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