Q. Tsunami is caused by _______ ?

  • (A) underwater volcanic activity
  • (B) lower atmospheric pressure
  • (C) rocks underground suddenly breaking
  • (D) strong winds driving water onshore
βœ… Correct Answer: (A) underwater volcanic activity
Explanation: Most tsunamis are caused by underwater tectonic activity (movement of the earth's plates) and therefore occur along plate boundaries and as a result of earthquake and rise or fall in the sea floor, causing water to be displaced.
Explanation by: Neelam Mittal
Most tsunamis are caused by underwater tectonic activity (movement of the earth's plates) and therefore occur along plate boundaries and as a result of earthquake and rise or fall in the sea floor, causing water to be displaced.

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