Multiple Choice
Which of the following is false regarding the December 2004 tsunami?
A) The earthquake that triggered it involved 13.7 m (45 ft) of uplift.
B) Earth's rotation was slowed by 3 milliseconds.
C) Wave heights in the open ocean were 11.3 m (24 ft) .
D) Energy from the waves travelled around the world several times.
Correct Answer:
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