The Height of a Tsunami Grows as It Approaches a Coastline

question 51

Multiple Choice

The height of a tsunami grows as it approaches a coastline primarily because

• A)its energy level increases.
• B)its wavelength shortens.
• C)the height of the surf is added to the height of the tsunami.
• D)the water is shallower.
• E)the water is warmer.

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