Question

which of the following geologic events could result from sudden shifting and the resulting water displacement? choose 1 answer: a a hurricane b an upwelling c sea - floor spreading d a tsunami

Explanation:

Tsunamis are caused by sudden vertical shifting of the sea - floor (such as from an earthquake), which displaces a large volume of water. Hurricanes are caused by atmospheric conditions, upwelling is related to ocean - current patterns bringing deep water to the surface, and sea - floor spreading is a slow tectonic process not directly related to sudden water displacement in this context.

Answer:

D. a tsunami