I WONDER - How Big Are Tsunami Waves?

I WONDER - How Big Are Tsunami Waves?

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Physics, Science, Geography

6th - 7th Grade

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The video explains the difference in height between normal waves and tsunamis. Normal waves are typically around six feet tall, but can be taller depending on the weather. In contrast, tsunamis are significantly larger, reaching up to 100 feet, which is comparable to the height of five giraffes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the typical height of normal waves?

Ten feet

Three feet

Six feet

Fifteen feet

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Under what conditions can normal waves become taller?

In the morning

When the tide is low

In certain weather conditions

During a full moon

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How tall can tsunamis get?

Up to 100 feet

Up to 75 feet

Up to 50 feet

Up to 150 feet

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many giraffes tall can a tsunami be?

Three giraffes

Six giraffes

Four giraffes

Five giraffes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is true about tsunamis compared to normal waves?

They are much taller

They are less powerful

They are shorter

They are the same height