Megatsunamis Worlds Biggest Wave

Megatsunamis Worlds Biggest Wave

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Science, Geography, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses mega tsunamis, focusing on their formation, historical occurrences, and potential future risks. It begins with the Greenland mega tsunami, explaining how it differed from typical tsunamis. The video then explores historical and prehistoric mega tsunamis, including events in Alaska, West Africa, and Hawaii. It concludes by addressing the potential increase in mega tsunamis due to climate change, particularly in regions with melting permafrost.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What was the height of the mega tsunami that occurred in Alaska in 1958?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What evidence suggests that a mega tsunami may have occurred on the island of Lanai?

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3 mins • 1 pt

How might climate change influence the occurrence of mega tsunamis in the future?

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