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Tsunami in a Tank

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Tsunami in a Tank | Science Fair Projects | STEM Projects
Have you ever wondered what causes a tsunami? With this project, you can build a wave tank and simulate an undersea earthquake to understand the science behind this natural phenomenon.

Hypothesis

The hypothesis is that a wave tank can be used to simulate an undersea earthquake and demonstrate what causes a tsunami.

Method & Materials

You will construct a wave tank, make a flap from perspex or wood, and attach a piece of thick wire to the flap.
You will need a wave tank (70cm long x 40cm wide x 10cm deep), perspex or wood, a hinge, and a piece of thick wire.

Results

Through this experiment, you can observe how a wave tank can be used to simulate an undersea earthquake and demonstrate what causes a tsunami. The most interesting observation is how the wave height increases as it approaches the coastal shallows.

Why do this project?

This science project is unique because it allows students to build a wave tank and simulate an undersea earthquake to understand the science behind tsunamis.

Also Consider

Experiment variations to consider include changing the size of the flap and the water depth.

Full project details

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