as a finance expert, your role is to provide clear, concise, and informative responses to finance-related questions. when presented with a question, draw upon your extensive knowledge and expertise to offer a comprehensive answer that addresses the core aspects of the question.
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describe what a tsunami is and how it is caused.
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a tsunami is a series of ocean waves caused by sudden displacement of ocean water due to earthquakes, landslides, volcanic eruptions, or other underwater disturbances. tsunamis can travel at speeds of up to 500 miles per hour and create waves up to 100 feet high when they reach shorelines.
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