A tsunami is a large ocean wave that is most commonly produced when a large earthquake rupture in oceanic crustal rock pushes seawater upwards or downwards.

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This is a correct statement describing the most common cause of tsunami formation. Other causes can include volcanic eruptions and landslides, but they all involve a sudden displacement of large volumes of seawater that generate powerful waves.

A Tsunami Is a Large Ocean Wave That Is Most