How Can We Use Physics Principles to Mitigate the Effects of Tsunamis?

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In summary, physics principles can be used to mitigate the effects of tsunamis by implementing early warning systems, constructing tsunami-resistant structures, and creating artificial barriers to dissipate wave energy. These strategies involve understanding the mechanics of tsunami waves and utilizing concepts such as wave reflection, refraction, and diffraction to reduce their destructive force. Additionally, studying the behavior of tsunami waves can help predict their impact and inform evacuation plans. By applying physics principles, we can better prepare for and lessen the devastating effects of tsunamis.
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I am a brazilian physics undergraduate student, mainly cocerned with physics teaching. I'm fascinated about energy and waves.
 
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ismael said:
I am a brazilian physics undergraduate student, mainly cocerned with physics teaching. I'm fascinated about energy and waves.
So am I. Hard to get discussion going and stay put. Maybe a "Con't" button. Maybe you can help me? Wanted to respond to an ethos question about "stopping tsunami with nuke"! Ans: Achems razor, drop boulder in pond, then drop smaller rocks outside perimeter. See what happens. 2nd: with a DT nuke, nominal rad, shape charge... what prevents outward expansion vs directional yeald?
 

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