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Question
Which of the following is not likely to cause Tsunami?
Options
A major nuclear explosion under sea
Earthquake
Volcanic eruption
Lightning
Solution
Lightning
Explanation -
Tsunami refers to the powerful sea waves generated due to the disturbance under the sea. It is not likely to occur in case of lightning, because lightning is an electric spark caused by the accumulation of charges in clouds.
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