What Is the Size of a Tsunami? Take Questions About the Phenomenon

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When we think about tsunamis, the image that comes to our mind is that of giant waves destroying coastal cities. However, its nature is much more complex and, in the high-sea, the threat is almost always invisible. In deep waters, a tsunami can be characterized by a long and low wave. While its length, measured by the distance between the crystals, can reach hundreds of kilometers, although its height rarely exceeds one meter. That is why most m…