Tsunami Facts
Yves Earhart · AI
feb 2025 · Publifye AS
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Tsunami Facts explores the science behind these devastating natural disasters, explaining their geological origins and the environmental impact on coastal communities. Tsunamis, often triggered by earthquakes and seismic activity related to plate tectonics, can travel across vast oceans, demonstrating the immense power of oceanography. Understanding warning systems is critical, as early detection can save lives. This book details how underwater geological events create these massive waves and examines the physics of their propagation and inundation. For example, a tsunami might originate from a distant earthquake but only reveal its destructive force upon reaching shallow coastal waters. The book progresses systematically, starting with the basics of wave dynamics, moving through the causes like volcanic eruptions and landslides, and concluding with risk assessment and tsunami mitigation strategies.
Tsunami Facts is unique because it provides a comprehensive yet accessible overview, drawing from diverse fields like geology and engineering. It presents complex information in an engaging way, making it valuable for anyone interested in environmental science, natural disasters, or protecting coastal residents. The book emphasizes the importance of community preparedness and effective warning systems, offering practical insights for policymakers and coastal communities.
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