Tsunamis Are Only Generated by Earthquakes

question 17

True/False

Tsunamis are only generated by earthquakes. Only earthquake tsunamis are discussed in Ch9 so students might believe this as true.

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Occupiers' Liability Act

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Rule in Rylands v. Fletcher

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Strict Liability

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Strict Liability

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