A tsunami is generally caused by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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A tsunami is generally caused by:

A. Heavy Rainfall

B. Submarine Earthquakes

C. High Temperature

D. Strong Winds

Answer: Option B

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Most tsunamis are generated by undersea earthquakes that suddenly displace large volumes of water.

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