Tsunami Terminology Crossword Puzzle

Instruction: Select a cell, type in answers based on clues, and complete the puzzle.

      Tsunamis are powerful and destructive natural phenomena that can cause widespread devastation. This crossword puzzle, titled Tsunami Terminology, explores important vocabulary associated with these massive waves. From the instruments that measure seismic activity to the geological processes that trigger tsunamis, each clue will challenge and expand your knowledge. You'll encounter terms related to evacuation procedures, wave dynamics, and the systems used to detect and predict tsunamis. 

       

      Understanding the key terms and concepts related to tsunamis is crucial for comprehending their causes, effects, and the science behind them. Whether you're a science enthusiast, a student, or simply curious about natural disasters, this puzzle will deepen your understanding of tsunamis and their impact. Solve the clues and enhance your grasp of tsunami terminology.

      Tsunami Terminology Clue List

      Across

      • 1. A long body of water curling into an arched form and breaking on the shore.
      • 2. Instrument that measures and records details of earthquakes.
      • 3. A smaller earthquake following the main shock of a large earthquake.
      • 4. A floating device that can detect changes in sea level to help predict tsunamis.
      • 5. A fracture in Earth's crust where tectonic plates meet and can cause earthquakes.
      • 6. Waves of energy that travel through Earth's layers.

      Down

      • 1. The point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of an earthquake.
      • 2. Another term for tsunami.
      • 3. The process by which one tectonic plate moves under another.
      • 4. A standing wave in an enclosed or partially enclosed body of water.
      • 5. The maximum vertical height a tsunami reaches onshore.
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