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Distinguish between Earthquake and Tsunami.
Distinguish Between
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Solution
| Earthquake | Tsunami |
| The violent tremour of the earth's crust is called an Earthquake. | Tsunami refers to huge ocean waves caused by landslides. |
| The study of earthquakes is called Seismograph. | The study of the Tsunami is called Oceanograph. |
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