Question

1. which of the following best explains how underwater earthquakes can lead to the formation of a tsunami? the earthquake creates strong winds that push ocean water toward land. the sudden movement of the seafloor displaces a large volume of water, generating powerful waves that travel across the ocean. the earthquake pulls ocean water downward, creating a vacuum that draws waves inland. the shaking of the seafloor causes underwater volcanoes to erupt and heat the water rapidly.

Explanation:

Tsunamis are generated when there is a sudden displacement of a large - volume of water due to the movement of the seafloor during an underwater earthquake. Earthquakes don't create strong winds to push water, don't pull water downward to create a vacuum, and underwater earthquake - induced volcanic eruptions are not the main cause of tsunamis.

Answer:

The sudden movement of the seafloor displaces a large volume of water, generating powerful waves that travel across the ocean.