Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A) All tsunamis travel long distances.
B) All earthquakes cause tsunamis.
C) All landslides cause tsunamis.
D) All tsunamis are caused by displacement of water.
E) All tsunamis cause loss of life.

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Tsunamis are caused by the displacement of water, usually by earthquakes, but also by landslides, volcanic eruptions, glacier calvings, and meteorite impacts. Not all tsunamis travel long distances, cause loss of life, or are caused by every earthquake or landslide.

Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE