Question

What caused the most destructive tsunami in recent history? Where was the loss of life and property concentrated?

a) Meteorite impact; Loss concentrated globally
b) Underwater nuclear test; Loss concentrated near the test site
c) Indian Ocean earthquake; Loss concentrated in coastal regions
d) Tsunami machine malfunction; Loss concentrated in a controlled area

Answer 1

The most destructive tsunami in recent history was caused by the Indian Ocean earthquake in 2004, resulting in a high loss of life and property in coastal regions.

Step-by-step explanation:

The most destructive tsunami in recent history was caused by the Indian Ocean earthquake in 2004. The earthquake had the energy of 23,000 atomic bombs and resulted in a series of killer waves that crashed into the coastline of 11 countries. The loss of life and property was concentrated in coastal regions, with a final death toll of 283,000 people.