[EARTH SCIENCE] Tsunamis

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We compiled videos that can be used as aids in teaching and learning about Tsunamis.

What are Tsunamis?

Geophysicist Eric Geist explains what causes tsunamis and the many unanswered scientific questions about these giant waves. Geist, who is based at the USGS M...

Tsunamis are giant, powerful waves most often caused by earthquakes beneath the ocean floor. Their incredible power can destroy entire communities, then drag...

How do tsunamis form?

Tsunami are waves caused by sudden movement of the ocean due to earthquakes, landslides on the sea floor, land slumping into the ocean, large volcanic erupti...

View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-tsunamis-work-alex-gendler The immense swell of a tsunami can grow up to 100 feet, hitting speeds over 500 mp...

Japan Tsunami

June 9, 2011 - The March 11 earthquake and tsunami left more than 28,000 dead or missing. See incredible footage of the tsunami swamping cities and turning b...