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Write an answer to the following question in your own words. What is a tsunami? - Marathi (Second Language) [मराठी (द्वितीय भाषा)]

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Write an answer to the following question in your own words.

What is a tsunami? 

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The waves generated due to earthquakes or volcanic activity occurring at the ocean floor are called 'tsunami waves'. The word 'tsunami' is of Japanese origin. Tsunami means a huge wave of water that strikes the shore.

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Chapter 10: Disaster Management - Exercise [Page 70]

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Balbharati General Science [English] 7 Standard
Chapter 10 Disaster Management
Exercise | Q 4.1 | Page 70
Balbharati Integrated 7 Standard Part 2 [English Medium] Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 4.5 Disaster Management
Exercise | Q 4. (a) a | Page 107
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