Question

Distinguish between

Earthquake and Tsunami

Answer 1

Sr. No.	Earthquake	Tsunami
1.	A sudden movement or trembling of the earth’s crust is called as earthquake.	Huge destructive waves resulting in displacement of water.
2.	It is caused due to movement of tectonic plates, mass wasting landslides, surface fault, etc.	It is caused due to underwater earthquake.
3.	Its aftermath leads to loss of property, damage to buildings and loss of life.	It causes flooding and disrupts transportation power communication and water supply.