Here students use an interactive Venn diagram to illustrate the key similarities and differences between tsunami waves and surf waves. Place each label where you think it belongs. This activity can be done individually, in pairs or as a whole class.

Similarities and differences: tsunamis and surf waves

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              Rights: The University of Waikato Te Whare Wānanga o Waikato Published 2 June 2020, Updated 20 August 2020 Referencing Hub media

              Use this interactive Venn diagram to illustrate the key similarities and differences between tsunami waves and surf waves.

              Place the labels where you think they belong. You can move the labels from one place to another, if you change your mind. When you are ready, click the Check answers button to check your ideas, then click the Reset incorrect button to try again. This activity can be done individually, in pairs or as a whole class.

              See the Similarities and differences: tsunamis and surf waves activity for additional support in using this interactive.

              Use the Download exercise button for a PDF of the diagram and labels.

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