Tsunamis commonly are refers to a series of ocean waves caused by a sudden disturbance of the ocean floor. The disturbances are caused due to earthquake or underwater sides which displaces a large mass of water. Tsunamis may also be caused by meteors or extra-terrestrial objects which may impact the surface of the ocean.

Reasons for Tsunamis

There are primarily two reasons which can cause tsunamis

1. Landslides: Underwater landslides can cause tsunamis when material loosed by the landslides movies violently, pushing the water in front of it.
2. Volcanic eruption: Generally a volcanic eruption can lead formation of tsunamis

Characteristics of Tsunamis

•  Tsunami waves possess varying characteristics
•  Tsunamis slow down but grow in height as they come ashore
•  They can reach as high as meters or more and may strike with devastating force
•  The waves travel at jet airliner speeds in deep ocean