What is the relative ratio of height to wavelength in a tsunami?

a. It is extremely high.
b. It is incalculable.
c. It is extremely low.
d. It is calculated based on the seismic forces


ANS: C
The lack of steepness in a tsunami and its long period allows the enormous wave to pass under boats
on the open ocean without being noticed. Information can be found in the section Water Displacement
Causes Tsunamis and Seismic Sea Waves

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