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Geological Engineering · Q18

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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 18

Q18

Which geological phenomenon is a major contributor to tsunami generation?

A.
Earthquake under ocean floor
Answer
B.
Volcanic eruption on land
C.
Landslide on mountain
D.
Flooding of river basin

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Undersea earthquakes displace large volumes of water, causing tsunamis.This is the primary natural cause of tsunami events.