Question

terrifying tsunamis by lydia lukidis 1. based on the information in the article, which natural disaster is not responsible for causing a tsunami? a. tornado b. volcanic eruption c. earthquake d. glacial movement 2. which of the following is true about tectonic plates? a. tectonic plates are solid pieces of the earths crust that cannot move or shift. b. tectonic plates sometimes cause earthquakes, but they cant cause tsunamis. c. tectonic plates can get stuck until they slam past each other, releasing pressure. d. tectonic plates are special instruments used to tell scientists when a tsunami is coming toward land.

Explanation:

1. Tornadoes are atmospheric - related disasters and do not cause tsunamis. Tsunamis are usually caused by underwater earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or glacial movements.
2. Tectonic plates are solid pieces of the Earth's crust that move slowly. They can get stuck at their boundaries and then suddenly move past each other, releasing a large amount of pressure which can cause earthquakes and sometimes tsunamis.

Answer:

1. a. tornado
2. c. Tectonic plates can get stuck until they slam past each other, releasing pressure.