New theory of deep-ocean sound waves may aid tsunami detection
Tuesday, March 1, 2016 - 11:10
in Earth & Climate
Acoustic-gravity waves are very long sound waves that cut through the deep ocean at the speed of sound. These lightning-quick currents can sweep up water, nutrients, salts, and any other particles in their wake, at any water depth. They are typically triggered by violent events in the ocean, including underwater earthquakes, explosions, landslides, and even […]