What are Tsunamis?
3rd Grade•30 minutes
Learning Objective
I can describe what a tsunami is and how it is formed.
Key Concepts
Tsunamis are often more devastating than earthquakes because the waves can travel up to 16 kilometers on land.
Tsunamis are caused when an earthquake's seismic waves have a repercussion on the water.
Tsunamis usually have a wave train, where four or five waves may occur after the initial wave hits.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 3 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. What is a tsunami?
2. What causes a tsunami to form?
3. Tsunamis usually only have one big wave. True or false?
Educational Video
Natural Disasters for Kids | Learn about Earthquakes 🌋 Volcanoes 🌊 Tsunamis 🌪️ Tornadoes and More!
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